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South Africa v Australia: first men’s cricket Test, day four – live

Follow updates from the match at Kingsmead Any thoughts? Get in touch with an email 10th over, Australia 71-1 (Maddinson 48, Labuschagne 5) The Maddo Express keeps rolling, loaded heavy with receipts.

A Fidai Film review – Palestinian collage film transforms suppressed footage into works of art

Using archive material of destroyed houses, terrorised children and dead bodies, Kamal Aljafari adds humanity to the reels by overlaying poems by Palestinian authors In Arabic, “fidai” means someone willing to sacrifice themselves for the greater good. Borrowing this word, which is at times used in a military context, for his…

AI less regulated than milk, Microsoft president says in warning over safety

Brad Smith adds to calls for tougher rules governing AI, including legal obligation to victims of rogue agents Business live – latest updates Artificial intelligence is less regulated than milk and washing machines, the president of Microsoft has said, as the tech industry warns over the safety of AI. Brad Smith said there…

UK inflation pressures hit three-year high; Nobel prize for economics awarded today – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Newsflash: The EU is to limit the number of hybrid electrical vehicles imported from China to 350,000 cars a year, senior officials have confirmed in Brussels. Exports of hybrids have been soaring in the last two years with about 800,000 battery and plug in hybrids…

Ledger says unauthorized implant found in at least one device sold by CryptoBilis

Ledger confirmed an unauthorized hardware implant in a device linked to crypto losses at CryptoBilis, a Southeast Asian reseller. The company says confirmed cases are limited and its internal systems remain unaffected.

AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president

Brad Smith calls for global rules on AI, and says the UK is in the "best position" to lead the charge.

Man City show snarl, defiance in wake of cheating scandal, trounce Liverpool

Liverpool fans brought banners and chants aplenty, but Man City showed no signs of slowing down in their first match since the Premier League issued its guilty verdict.

Premier League VAR review: Liverpool's Gravenberch wrongly sent off vs. Man City?

VAR often causes controversy, but how are decisions made? Our resident ref, Andy Davies, explains all.

Healey faces £35bn Budget challenge to meet spending pledges, says think tank

The Institute for Fiscal Studies says the government will need a "top-up" of billions of pounds if it wants to meet its spending plans.

Euro Debrief: Gordon's first Barca goal and Spence's Inter debut

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Euro Debrief: Gordon's first Barca goal and Spence's Inter debut”.

Mystery of La Navidad: site of first Spanish settlement in Americas unknown

On Christmas Eve 1492 the Santa María ran aground off Haiti; Columbus used its timbers to build Fort Navidad, where 39 men died. More than five centuries later, archaeologists have yet to pinpoint the site.

Indian Rupee: RBI measures support gains against US Dollar - Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s Dr. Henry Hao and Charlie Lay note that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has unveiled a broad package of tools to stabilise the Indian Rupee (INR), including a special Dollar facility for oil importers, tighter FX derivatives rules, and higher reserve requirements.

Falcons QB Penix (rib) exits loss late, doesn't expect injury to be long term

Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. left Sunday night's overtime loss to the Ravens late because of a rib injury, but does not believe it will be a long-term issue.

WNBA Finals location for Dream home games still uncertain

The Dream, dealing with conflicting events at State Farm Arena, are still determining where they will play their home games during the upcoming WNBA Finals.

Texans trade for Cardinals' Harrison, reunite WR with QB Stroud

The Texans completed a trade for Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., coach DeMeco Ryans told reporters.

😈 Jets' 'Cleveland Brown' troll leads top NFL jabs

Teams celebrated their wins by trolling their opponents on social media -- who had the best troll of Week 5?

'Proud' Murphy lauds Brewers for outlasting Dodgers in Game 1

After failing to score more than one run in any contest of a four-game sweep against the Los Angeles Dodgers last year in the NLCS, the Milwaukee Brewers did just enough in Game 1 this year to extract a 2-1 win Sunday at American Family Field.

Backup QB Huntley rewards Ravens' faith in him with clutch effort in OT win

With Lamar Jackson still out, Tyler Huntley backed up the Ravens' faith in him by leading them to a 30-23 overtime win against the Falcons, during which Huntley was 11-for-11 passing for 80 yards on the final two drives.

Commanders botch last play in OT, resulting in tie; 'It's on me,' Daniels says

Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels said of the chaotic final seconds that prevented his team from attempting a winning field goal, "Ultimately, it's on me."

Packers let play do talking, then roast Bears' Burden after win: 'He quit'

Zaire Franklin had some strong words for Luther Burden -- even if he didn't mention him by name -- after the Packers' 31-7 win over the Bears at Lambeau Field.

Winless Flyers off to worst start in franchise history as fans chant 'Fire Tocchet!'

The winless Flyers lost 4-1 to the Hurricanes on Sunday and have been outscored 28-8 this season en route to the worst start in franchise history.

Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action

Manchester City unrepentant in victory, Spurs make progress of a sort and Noni Madueke meets the moment The manner of Manchester City’s victory at Liverpool was an article of both vindication and vilification. Those gleefully wielding inflatable bananas in the Anfield away end could thumb their noses.

‘I want to show you can rise above the hate’: Junior Nsemba on racism and his Rugby League World Cup dream

Wigan forward is one of England’s brightest hopes for the World Cup and says he wants to ‘inspire young black people’ England’s players will have no shortage of motivation when they step on to the field this Saturday for the opening match of their Rugby League World Cup campaign. But few, you suspect, have as strong a desire to…

The Browns are still the Browns. And Deshaun Watson is still Deshaun Watson

After three straight game-winning drives, Cleveland’s quarterback was sacked eight times in a dismal defeat that punctured the hype surrounding his revival I guess the New York Jets didn’t get the memo. This was supposed to be a Deshaun Watson lovefest kind of day.

‘Corruption has only got worse’: can a new version of Our Friends in the North still shock audiences 30 years on?

Peter Flannery’s 90s TV drama classic is getting a theatre reworking in Newcastle. The director and cast talk about doing justice to its themes of scandal and decay – and emulating its star-making actors In a small room at the top of Newcastle upon Tyne’s Live theatre, four actors are bringing to life the principal characters…

Forex Today: US Dollar softens amid hopes of Russia-Ukraine energy ceasefire

Here is what you need to know on Monday, October 12:

British Pound: Range-bound trading within a tight band against US Dollar – UOB

United Overseas Bank’s (UOB) Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann note GBP/USD price action still looks like range trading after Friday’s close near 1.3234. Intraday, they expect the British Pound (GBP) to hold between 1.3215 and 1.3260.

Niners go 5-0 and a rare tie - five things from NFL week five

The San Francisco 49ers and the Minnesota Vikings maintain their perfect starts to the season on another gripping Sunday in the NFL.

Rare Kandinsky masterpiece and Hockney’s beloved dog painting head to London auction

Around 50 works by some of the biggest names in modern and contemporary art are going under the hammer at Christie’s in London on Wednesday 14 October.

USD/CAD Price Forecast: US Dollar eases within range in a quiet session

The US Dollar (USD) has opened the week with a mild bearish tone against the Canadian Dollar (CAD), with trading volumes at low levels as the Japanese markets are closed on bank holidays and with the US and Canada also celebrating festivities.

Equities: Stable oil and yields support stock gains - Danske Bank

Danske Research Team reports that European and US equities ended Friday higher, with many indices near record levels, supported by broadly sideways yields and Oil prices.

Fit-again Kartal takes top-50 scalp with Wuhan win

Britain's Sonay Kartal continues her impressive form since returning from injury by beating Anhelina Kalinina in straight sets to reach the second round of the Wuhan Open.

Global watchdog flags stablecoin risks, AI threats ahead of G20

The Financial Stability Board flagged cross-border stablecoin risks and AI-related cybersecurity threats while urging G20 policymakers to support stronger safeguards.

What are the main events for today?

EUROPEAN SESSION In the European session, we don't have anything on the agenda today, so the price action might remain mostly rangebound as traders await the US CPI report on Wednesday and further US-Iran developments. Keep in mind that the market sentiment improved somewhat on Friday after Trump ruled out strikes on Iran…

Brent: Houthi escalation keeps risk premium elevated – Commerzbank

Commerzbank strategists note that Brent Oil remains above USD 100 as markets weigh heightened geopolitical risk from Houthi attacks on Saudi infrastructure.

Euro: Downside risks toward 1.1145 against US Dollar – UOB

United Overseas Bank’s (UOB) Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann report EUR/USD closed near 1.1200 after a volatile session that failed to generate fresh directional clues. For the day, they expect a 1.1180–1.1230 range.

WTI falls to near $90.00 as Russia-Ukraine energy ceasefire fuels supply hopes

West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the US crude oil benchmark, is trading around $90.15 during the early European trading hours on Monday.

UK van drivers face extra £2.5bn in diesel costs this year, figures show

Calls for planned fuel duty rise to be scrapped as analysis finds average fuel bill could hit £1,965, up from £1,294 Millions of British van drivers face a combined £2.5bn cost to cover the rising price of diesel this year, according to figures, fuelling calls for the government to scrap its planned fuel duty rise. The owners…

The Gulf has entered a new era of instability. If its leaders think they can rely on old alliances, they are wrong | Nesrine Malik

The latest attack by Houthi rebels on Saudi Arabia may prove to be more calamitous for the region than the world imagines On Saturday, Houthi rebels launched a shocking and deadly attack on Saudi Arabia’s capital city, Riyadh. At the time of writing, the missile strike on King Khalid international airport has killed at least 13…

Fontaines DC: Dopamine Chamber review – gloomy, gorgeous and a gargantuan triumph

(XL) This is a beguiling, endlessly inventive and frequently astonishing fifth LP from a group at increasing ease with being the best band of their generation Fifteen centuries ago, the Byzantine archbishop Theophilus of Adana did first-hand business with the devil for his own superficial betterment. Today, we just blindly tick…

Peasants by Maryam Aslany review – why an ancient way of life may hold the key to our future

Modernity means cities – or so we’re told. This bold new study of those who make their living from the land argues otherwise The word “peasant” has a negative edge: it has come to mean someone ignorant, unsophisticated, lowborn.

Deadline review – shocking threat sends tremors through authoritarian school

Set in a dystopian private academy rife with surveillance and cut-throat competition, Kiwi Chow’s gripping drama cements his status as an important film-maker Filmed in Taiwan and set entirely inside a prestigious high school, Kiwi Chow’s gripping drama frames educational systems not merely as a preparation for the real world…

‘We’re in a brotherhood now’: the Bill Pickett rodeo – photo essay

For several years, Chloe Kerleroux has been photographing African American cowboy communities in the southern US. Her work has mainly focused on trail rides: large gatherings where horses, music, dancing, family and community life come together.

iPhone 18 Pro Max review: Apple’s biggest, heaviest and longest-lasting superphone

A giant screen, big battery, rapid chip and top cameras push the great iPhone 18 Pro to the max with a price tag to match Apple’s largest Pro iPhone gets its biggest battery upgrade yet to make it a true two-day phone with new Siri AI and a variable aperture camera. The iPhone 18 Pro Max is the supersized sibling of the regular…

Kerry Washington takes A-listers back to the streets they grew up on: best podcasts of the week

The Scandal star talks to Ben Affleck about his childhood in Massachusetts. Plus, the Eras strand returns with the story of 90s pop phenomenon the Spice Girls

Potters Charm makes his chasing debut at Worcester

We have a busy day's racing on Monday with action from Newcastle, Worcester and Yarmouth, live on Sky Sports Racing...

Here’s what happened in crypto today

Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, Web3 and crypto regulation.

USD/JPY Price Forecast: Likely find direction in this US CPI week

The Japanese Yen (JPY) trades almost flat at around 158.36 against the US Dollar (USD) at the start of the week. The USD/JPY pair has been in a tight range between 156.38 and 158.51 for almost two weeks.

Week 5 winners and losers: Maye, Warren, Gibbs dominate; Taylor, Brown struggle

Drake Maye, Jaylen Warren and Jahmyr Gibbs came up big in Week 5, while Jonathan Taylor and Chase Brown had disappointing days.

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IFS: budget will be ‘work of fiction’ without clear plan to cover UK’s £35bn spending pressures

Thinktank’s influential pre-budget report urges key decisions to be made now and not put off until next year John Healey has been warned by Britain’s leading tax and spending experts that his budget risks being a “work of fiction” unless he sets out plans to cover £35bn in spending pressures. As the war in the Middle East…

How to watch GB Olympic stars compete in Track World Championships

Olympic and defending world champions will be competing at the Shanghai Velodrome for the 2026 Track World Championships this week, and you can watch it on the BBC.

Can Ravens win big with Tyler Huntley? Are the Vikings legit? Big questions, lessons from NFL Week 5

Our NFL Nation reporters react to all the action, answering the biggest questions coming out of each Sunday game. Here's what we learned from Week 5.

The 'Kane-esque' striker Spurs may regret letting go

Will Lankshear's positioning, finishing and poacher's instinct have made him an instant hit at Riverside Stadium – and a cause of lament at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Brewers down Dodgers in NLCS opener: Takeaways, highlights from Milwaukee's win

The showdown between the NL's top two seeds started with a hard-fought win for the Brew Crew.

Who am I? Plus today's other quizzes

Test your ball knowledge against today's Who Am I?, Five in Five and Brainteaser.

Swiss Franc struggles as SNB dovish stance lifts USD/CHF

USD/CHF gains ground after two days of losses, trading around 0.8310 during Asian hours on Monday. The currency pair is finding upward support as the Swiss Franc (CHF) remains under pressure from short positions.

GBP/USD Price Forecast: Edges higher near 1.3250, but technical tone stays bearish below 100-day SMA

The GBP/USD pair trades in positive territory around 1.3240 during the early European trading hours on Monday. The US Dollar (USD) softens against the British Pound (GBP) as markets continue to assess the US Federal Reserve (Fed) rate hike path.

TV tonight: how did 9/11 affect the experience of being Muslim in Britain?

Mobeen Azhar and Masood Khan look at life after the terror attacks. Plus: investigating Roman Abramovich.

New rule, no change - has cricket missed a trick again with bad light?

More than 60 overs have been lost from the first Test between South Africa and Australia despite a change by the ICC. Has cricket missed a trick?

What happens to sports kit that never gets worn?

A look at kit wastage in elite sport and what is being done to reduce it.

DATA Network to migrate to Sui, retire own chain

The migration is backed by a $30 million investment from Sui Foundation.

Australian Dollar fails ahead of 0.7000 as hawkish Fed and Iran risks limit USD losses

The AUD/USD pair struggles to capitalize on a modest Asian session uptick, trading below the 0.7000 psychological mark and below a nearly two-week high, touched earlier this Monday.

Documents falsified to evade tax on Abramovich's wealth, BBC finds

Backdated paperwork also made the Russian oligarch’s yachts and mansions disappear from accounts, investigation finds.

Roman Abramovich aides falsified paperwork to disguise assets and dodge tax, records suggest

Accountancy firm Deloitte Cyprus among those that appear to have backdated records outlining the Russian billionaire’s assets Aides of Roman Abramovich – including staff at the global accountancy firm Deloitte – falsified paperwork mapping the oligarch’s sprawling offshore business empire, records suggest, helping his…

Bellingham, United and bedlam - London's greatest NFL moment?

Arms out-stretched, frenzied teammates in tow, Tottenham in shock, the NFL in awe, Roger Goodell (most likely) smirking at the sight of more international iconicity.

EUR/USD Price Forecast: Gets some relief from Russia-Ukraine energy ceasefire

The Euro (EUR) is marginally higher at around 1.1208 against the US Dollar (USD) during the Asian trading session on Monday. The major currency pair gets slight relief from the announcement of an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, which has put some pressure on oil prices.

Gold eases from one-week top, falls below $4,200 as hawkish Fed and Iran risks support USD

Gold (XAU/USD) attracts some sellers after touching a one-week high earlier this Monday, sliding back below the $4,200 mark during the European session and snapping a two-day winning streak.

Bitcoin shrugs off ETF outflows to trade above $84,000 as oil falls

Bitcoin is holding on to its weekend gains as oil trades lower. ETFs lost over $600 million in outflows last week.

Lumière festival 2026 in Lyon: Stars share their first cinema memories

For its 18th edition, the Lumière Festival opened in Lyon to a full house. Over nine days and nights, the French city will present around 450 screenings in honour of classic cinema and the brother's Ethan and Joel Coen.

French lawmakers back reporting rule for crypto wallets over $112K

Holders could face fines of up to 10,000 euros for failing to declare qualifying assets.

India Gold price today: Gold rises, according to FXStreet data

Gold prices rose in India on Monday, according to data compiled by FXStreet.

AUD/JPY Price Forecast: Weakens to near 110.50, maintaining negative bias under 100-day SMA

The AUD/JPY cross trades in negative territory around 110.50 during the early European trading hours on Monday. The Japanese Yen (JPY) strengthens against the Australian Dollar (AUD), with trading activity expected to remain subdued due to a national holiday in Japan.

EUR/JPY Price Forecast: Rises to near 177.50 barrier near nine-day EMA

EUR/JPY gains ground for the third successive day, trading around 177.40 during Asian hours on Monday. Liquidity would be thin, although it is the best opportunity for 'Yentervention'.

Indian Rupee gains 1% on fresh RBI measures at start of the week

The Indian Rupee (INR) opens significantly higher against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday. The USD/INR pair falls 1% to near 95.80 as Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) fresh measures to curb US Dollar demand has brought relief for the Indian currency.

Pine cones, glitter and a hip-hop head for sale: red-hot artists reveal their Frieze stunners

As the sprawling art jamboree hits London, eight of the most exciting exhibitors share what their work means to them – and who they hope will buy it First held in 2003, the Frieze art fair is a giant art supermarket that descends on Regent’s Park, London, every October. Some detest it for its blatant commercialism, others…

Treasure Island review – this TV stinker does its best to ruin a literary classic

Did Robert Louis Stevenson’s timeless swashbuckling tale need the addition of a superpower? Is it better for reducing its young hero to an afterthought?

Let's overreact to Week 5: Should Titans look for another QB? Losing record for NFC East winner?

Is Cam Ward already on the hot seat? Is the NFC East doomed to mediocrity?

Follow live: Ravens inch closer after Derrick Henry's receiving TD

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IMF’s Georgieva says already seeing first wave of impact from AI

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Monday that she’s already seeing first wave of impact from Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Heads up: US bond market closed Monday but stocks remain open as liquidity risks loom

Just a heads up as we get into the new week that today is a US market holiday in observance of Columbus Day. While Wall Street may be open for business, the bond market will be closed.

49ers' Greenlaw ejected after head-butting helmetless Jones in win vs. Seahawks

Dre Greenlaw was ejected in the second quarter of Sunday's divisional showdown with the Seahawks after a late hit and an ensuing head-butt.

Ball was spotted incorrectly on Ducks' 2-point conversion, Big Ten says

Officials spotted the ball incorrectly on Oregon's potential tying two-point conversion attempt late in Saturday's 17-15 loss to UCLA, the Big Ten said Sunday, and the league vowed to "continue to emphasize consistent application of the playing rules."

No. 1 pick Mendoza debuts late in Raiders' loss: 'He did a good job'

No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza made his NFL regular-season debut Sunday with the Raiders trailing the Patriots by 28 points late in the fourth quarter.

'Disappointed' Towns says Knicks tabling extension talks 'news to me'

Karl-Anthony Towns responded to the Knicks' statement that they are tabling all extension talks until later in the season, saying he was "disappointed."

Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD holds gains near $61 amid Russia-Ukraine ceasefire

Silver price (XAG/USD) trades higher at around $61.10 in the Asian trade on Monday, holding onto Friday’s gains.

NHL Power Rankings: Who from each team made ESPN's Top 100 player rankings?

It's the first regular-season update of our 1-32 poll. Plus, how many players did each team land among the Top 100?

New Zealand Dollar weakens as Middle East conflict elevates inflation risks

NZD/USD remains subdued for the second successive day, trading around 0.5610 during Asian hours on Monday.

Who is going to the World Series? Expert predictions for ALCS, NLCS

The Dodgers, Brewers, Rays and Guardians remain. Here's who we pick to move on -- and how our playoff predictions have fared so far.

Ranking the final four teams

We're down to our final four! How do the Brewers, Dodgers, Rays and Guardians stack up?

Jags DT DaVon Hamilton came up clutch for Cam Little's walk-off PAT

Jaguars nose tackle DaVon Hamilton delivered the crucial snap on Cam Little's game-winning 57-yard field goal.

United States Dollar Index drifts lower amid softer bond yields; bullish bias intact

The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the Greenback against a basket of currencies, attracts fresh sellers at the start of a new week, sliding back closer to the 102.00 mark during the Asian session.

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Preview: TSMC tipped for sixth straight record quarter, with profit seen up 65% on AI demand Early Ethereum Foundation ETH recipients move $11M to Kraken: what the data shows Indian Rupee set for 1% rally as RBI curbs hedging rush that hit a record $77 billion People’s Bank of China sets yuan reference rate at 6.7313 (vs.…

India steps up currency defense with tougher US Dollar curbs — Reuters

India unveiled a new measures to boost the Indian Rupee (INR), redirecting oil companies' US Dollar purchases ‌away from the spot market and tightening hedging rules, Reuters reported on Saturday. The move comes as the domestic currency trades near record lows.

Gold drifts higher above $4,200 on surging ETF inflows, markets await US inflation data this week

Gold price (XAU/USD) gains ground to near $4,215 during the early Asian session on Monday. The precious metal extends the rally amid rising demand for bullion-backed exchange-traded funds and a weaker US Dollar (USD).

Izzi Batt-Doyle obliterates Australian marathon record in Chicago

31-year-old finishes sixth to beat Jess Stenson’s national record Time of 2:20:38 betters her personal best by two minutes Izzi Batt-Doyle is the new distance queen of Australian athletics, smashing the national record by more than 45 seconds with a blistering run in the United States. Batt-Doyle clocked a time of two hours 20…

Aave’s USDG rollover plan has a yield below most quoted borrowing rates

February PT yield trails three quoted funding rates; GHO was cheaper in the Oct. 7 snapshot, and replacement-token rewards remain unconfirmed.

Canadian Dollar flat lines around 1.4250 as sliding oil prices counter USD softness

The USD/CAD pair struggles to capitalize on a modest gap-up open at the start of a new week, retreating back to mid-1.4200s during the Asian session.

XRP Ledger defends emergency patch for unlimited XRP bug

The XRP Ledger Foundation pushed back against claims that its emergency security patch was forced on network operators.

The founder’s guide to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Everything you need to know

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is built around one question: How do you build an enduring company in the AI era? Our programming and speaker lineup reflect that.

The Beach Boys’ Mike Love returns to the stage despite ‘facing serious health challenges’

The 85-year-old was helped on stage by actor John Stamos, who shared an emotional message about his ‘musical hero and mentor’ After months of cancelled comeback tours, the Beach Boys have played their first public show since July – with co-founder and frontman Mike Love joining the band on stage in Cincinnati, Ohio, despite…

MUFG: US CPI seen at 3.6%, core must surprise to revive an October Fed hike

MUFG’s framing underlines that energy is almost the entire story behind rising US headline inflation since the Iran conflict began, keeping crude prices tightly linked to Fed expectations. The core reading is the trigger for rates markets: an in-line 0.2% would likely keep October hike pricing subdued and leave the dollar and…

Australia lose two wickets but lead over South Africa grows - scorecard

Latest scorecard from the first Test between South Africa and Australia in Durban.

Georgia new No. 1 in AP poll; Texas falls to 7, Ducks go unranked

Georgia moved to the No. 1 spot in the Week 7 AP Top 25 following its win at Alabama, while Oregon was unranked for the first time in four years after falling to 3-2.

Saleh to stick with Ward, give QB 'every opportunity' despite latest loss

Robert Saleh said he'll stick with Cam Ward as his starting QB, even after the Tennessee offense had an embarrassing performance in a 26-3 loss to the Texans.

Alvarez willing to fight in Riyadh despite airport attacks, Saudi official says

Despite escalating violence in the region, Canelo Alvarez is still willing to fight in Saudi Arabia at the end of this month, according to Turki Alalshikh.

🍼 Christian McCaffrey, Olivia Culpo announce birth of second child

McCaffrey and his wife, Olivia Culpo, announced the news of the birth of their second child in a joint post on Instagram on Saturday.

Australian Dollar edges higher to near 0.7000 on weak US Sentiment

The AUD/USD pair trades with mild gains around 0.6985 during the early Asian session on Monday. Softening US Consumer Sentiment weigh on the US Dollar (USD) against the Australian Dollar (AUD).

'Call it a day with VAR' - Rooney on Palace's controversial goal

Speaking on Match of the Day, Wayne Rooney says VAR made the wrong decision in awarding Crystal Palace their second goal, which saw the home side take the lead as they went on to beat Nottingham Forest 3-1 in the Premier League.

Weeeknd: EU plans 350,000 annual cap on Chinese hybrids after Beijing agrees 16-point deal

For European carmakers, a hybrid quota offers some relief from lower-priced Chinese competition at a time when Volkswagen, Stellantis, Mercedes and BMW are under pressure on profits, though the cap’s generous starting size and annual increases limit how much market share it protects. Chinese brands that have leaned on hybrids…

Sacha Baron Cohen to star in Quentin Tarantino’s West End play The Popinjay Cavalier

The production marks the Hollywood director’s first play written for the stage, which he will also direct Sacha Baron Cohen will headline Quentin Tarantino’s play The Popinjay Cavalier when it premieres on the West End in London in March 2027. The production marks the Hollywood director’s first work written for the stage –…

Why did the Cardinals trade Marvin Harrison Jr.? And what does he bring to the Texans?

After a 1-4 start, Houston is bringing in Harrison in hopes of giving Stroud another playmaker.

Grading in-season trades: Did the Texans give up too much for Harrison?

Will Marvin Harrison Jr. boost Houston's offense?

Eagles' Sirianni laments late-game call vs. Jags: 'I lost us that game'

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni took responsibility for his handling of the closing moments of Sunday's dramatic 19-17 loss to the Jaguars in London.

'It's a bad situation' - Why Man City win creates uncertainty

Speaking on Match of the Day, Toby Alderweireld and Wayne Rooney discuss why Manchester City's 3-0 victory against Liverpool leaves the Premier League in limbo as the club awaits a potential punishment, which could include a points deduction, after they were found guilty of financial breaches.

Roofing scammers con homeowners out of thousands of pounds

One in 10 scams reported to Citizens Advice relate to fraudsters charging for work not done, or done badly.

Debt advice that may leave you owing even more money

People are increasingly falling behind on credit card repayments, so here's the best way to get debt advice.

Trump faces growing backlash over plans to import diesel from Russia

Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers have criticised the deal, which was announced weeks before the US midterm elections.

‘Enough of this suffering!’ Joana Vasconcelos on why she is fed up with women’s art defined by pain

The Portuguese artist is famous for her monumental ceramic wedding cakes and gigantic chandeliers made of tampons. So why is a new show in Lisbon pairing her with Valentino’s size-zero catwalk dresses?

UK to strengthen cyber defences as minister calls for AI firms to increase safety efforts

Kanishka Narayan to say Britain cannot rely entirely on tech companies amid rising global concern over AI dangers Companies building the most advanced AI systems must increase safety efforts, the UK’s AI minister will say, as he announces a strengthening of Britain’s cyber defences. Kanishka Narayan will call on companies…

'Big star' - How Doku delivered for Man City in win against Liverpool

Speaking on Match of the Day, Wayne Rooney and Toby Alderweireld analyse how Jeremy Doku changed the game in Manchester City's favour, after coming on as a substitute in his side's 3-0 win against Liverpool at Anfield.

Starknet considers leaving Ethereum for a quantum-resistant Layer 1

Starknet's STRK token more than doubled over seven days while developers considered leaving Ethereum to build an independent Layer 1 blockchain. A CoinGlass snapshot checked at 20:28 UTC on Oct.

Rooney gives verdict on Gravenberch red card

Speaking on Match of the Day, Wayne Rooney and Toby Alderweireld discuss whether Ryan Gravenberch should have been sent off, after he received two yellow cards in Liverpool 3-0 defeat to Manchester City in the Premier League.

Ledger attack spreads to EU, AI finds ’18 trillion XRP’ bug: Hodler’s Digest

An user reports buying a tampered Ledger from a big retailer in Europe. Security researchers use AI to uncover a “$94 billion” XRP bug — but receive just a $250K bounty.

'They can't ice you': Lawrence on Jags' game-winning FG leads Week 5's best quotes

Here are some of the sharpest sound bites and one-liners from around the league in Week 5.

Can Texas bounce back? Will the Big 12 go sideways? Connelly on an eventful Week 6

Georgia is in great shape, but what about Alabama? And what's up with Texas and the ever-fluid hot seat?

Week 6 AP poll reaction: What's next for each Top 25 team

A look at the latest Top 25, with stats to know and who is next on each team's schedule.

US President Donald Trump says Russia and Ukraine agree to an ‘energy ceasefire’

Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump claimed Russia and Ukraine have agreed to an ”energy ceasefire”, but he offered no details on it,the Guardian reported on Sunday.

Projecting the CFP top 12 after Week 6: There's a new No. 1

We assess how the selection committee could stack the top teams in the country after Week 6.

A Red River game winner and upsets galore in the SEC

With three top-10 ranked teams in the SEC losing, Week 6 had all the theatrics starting with Oklahoma's win.

Preview: RBA minutes and jobs data headline Australia’s week ahead, with unemployment seen at 4.6%

For the Australian dollar and front-end rates, the minutes carry more weight than usual because Bullock’s post-meeting tone was softer than the decision itself. A record that leans toward holding would support pricing for a pause and could weigh on the currency, while one that keeps further tightening clearly on the table would…

Middle East War updates: New attack launched on Saudi airport

Here’s a brief recap of the key developments in the Middle East war that occurred over the weekend, which are expected to have a significant impact on markets in the upcoming week.

Jaguars stun Eagles in wild finish; Packers thrash Bears; 49ers v Seahawks: NFL week five – live

Mike Ditka: legendary Bears head coach’s life in pictures Players ejected after brawl in London | And mail Graham TOUCHDOWN! Bengals 7-0 Dolphins 14:03, 1st quarter J Burrow to M Gesicki for four yards J Croskey-Merritt 33 yard rush

Optimism’s Unichain deal will put more chains under one operator

The October migration would concentrate more chain operations at Optimism, while Ethereum fallback routes depend on each chain’s deployed contracts.

Georgia Voll’s quickfire century lifts Australia to ODI series win against Bangladesh

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Ejected for a headbutt! Tempers flare during 49ers @ Seahawks

San Francisco 49ers' linebacker Dre Greenlaw was ejected after headbutting Ernest Jones IV in their NFL clash with the Seattle Seahawks.

NHL Tonight: What to watch in Flyers-Hurricanes, Canucks-Rangers, Kraken-Capitals

With just three games on the NHL calendar Sunday, here are game previews, betting lines, updated stat leaders and more.

Dodgers-Brewers NLCS is baseball at its very best -- before a winter of baseball at its worst

This matchup is everything we could ask for and a reminder to savor it while you can.

Florida flips Texas commit Royal, top WR in class of 2027

Five-star wide receiver prospect Easton Royal has flipped his commitment to Florida, his family told ESPN on Sunday. The New Orleans native is the top-ranked wide receiver and No.

RB Henderson, LT Campbell exit Patriots' rout of Raiders with injuries

Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson (ankle) and LT Will Campbell (knee) left Sunday's win vs. the Raiders with injuries and did not return.

Kyrie makes long-awaited return, dazzles in Mavs' China preseason game

Kyrie Irving dazzled in his return to the Mavericks, scoring 17 points in his first game in 586 days.

Aston Villa planning Endrick move - Monday's gossip

Aston Villa are looking at signing Real Madrid striker Endrick, Liverpool are weighing up a move for Barcelona's Marc Bernal, Everton are leading the chase for Rennes striker Esteban Lepaul, plus more.

South African Simons to join England Test set-up

England are set to add the first name to Stephen Fleming’s backroom team, with Eric Simons joining as Test bowling coach.

The worst football you'll see? Commanders and Giants tie after sloppy overtime!

The Washington Commanders and the New York Giants NFL game ended in a draw after neither team could score points in overtime.

Will the HomeView be Apple’s first smart home success?

Over the past couple of years, we’ve seen multiple reports that Apple was working on a new smart home product, but now it seems the product has a name and a launch date.

NFL roundup: Daniels’ overtime blunder costs Commanders as Giants salvage wild 27-27 tie

Daniels’ late scramble leaves Washington unable to kick Giants rally from 14 down but settle for 27-27 draw Maye throws four TDs as Patriots rout Raiders 45-17 Jaguars stun Eagles in London with one second left Jayden Daniels took off on an ill-advised scramble in the closing seconds of overtime with the Commanders in…

Clayton beats Humphries to claim Swiss title

Jonny Clayton claims his first ranking title of the year by beating Luke Humphries in the Swiss Darts Trophy final.

Greaves ends Women's Series season with record-breaking win

Beau Greaves ended her 2026 PDC Women's Series season with a record-breaking streak of victories on the way to two tournament wins at Event 23 and 24 in Wigan.

Aaron Sorkin’s ‘Social Reckoning’ is off to a weak start

What does this mean for a fall full of movies starring villainous tech CEOs?

Lazio fly high in Serie A, Freiburg lead Bundesliga, Betis go third in Spain

Read the original report for the full details and source context behind “Lazio fly high in Serie A, Freiburg lead Bundesliga, Betis go third in Spain”.

Canelo Álvarez ‘fears nothing’ and will fight in Riyadh despite deadly attacks, Al-Sheikh says

Álvarez vows to fight in Riyadh despite deadly strikes Airport attacks leave at least 12 dead, hundreds hurt Mexican seeks redemption after Crawford defeat Canelo Álvarez intends to go ahead with his world title fight in Saudi Arabia later this month despite a series of deadly attacks on airports and other infrastructure in the…

History made as Zheng becomes first Chinese woman to win China Open

Zheng Qinwen makes history in Beijing as she beats Mirra Andreeva in straight sets to win the China Open, becoming the first Chinese woman to win the tournament.

Man City's statement win has feeling of irrelevance with season in limbo

Manchester City record what they will view as a statement win at Liverpool - but is it a statement that carries any weight during a Premier League season in limbo, asks Phil McNulty?

Some Aave loans sit near liquidation with collateral that can take hours to cash out

October 9 borrower snapshots put the focus on whether collateral sales or redemptions can fund stablecoin repayment.

Papers: Forest Green Rovers reveal unique plan to replace Savage

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'Are you joking!' - Ja'Marr Chase makes incredible one-handed TD catch!

Cincinnati Bengals star Ja'Marr Chase made an incredible 45-yard TD catch!

‘We make our own noise’: Maresca hails Manchester City after Liverpool triumph

‘You cannot imagine how happy I am … I’m here to win’ City win 3-0 at Anfield in first game since guilty verdict Enzo Maresca praised Manchester City for “making their own noise” at Liverpool as they brushed aside the controversy and threats surrounding the club with a comprehensive 3-0 win at Anfield. City, in their first…

Judo: Japan reclaim mixed team world title with eighth gold in Baku

Japan reclaimed the Mixed Team World Championship title in Baku, defeating Russia in the final to secure their eighth gold. After overcoming China in the semi-final, Japan sealed victory through Akari Omori, while Russia reached their first-ever mixed team final.

Winless and an 'easy touch' - what's happened to the Anfield fear factor?

Liverpool's struggles at Anfield continue as Iraola still awaits his first Premier League win at Anfield.

XRP’s next Wall Street expansion comes with an unexpected complication from Ripple

Management retains cost less impairment, so an unrealized XRP price rise alone will not lift earnings by revaluing the holdings.

48 hours to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 — hear directly from the people building what’s next

Less than 48 hours, TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 starts in San Francisco’s Moscone West. Save up to $100 on your pass before prices increase at the door, plus get 50% on a second pass.

Shakira sets Amazon Music record in Madrid with most-watched live stream by a female artist

The global broadcast of the Colombian singer's Madrid concert has become the most-watched live performance by a female artist on Amazon Music. The platform highlights the role of the Spanish capital as a bridge between Latin America and Europe.

Everyone wants SCOTUS to take up prediction markets: State of Crypto

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Review: 4-hour Musk documentary feels like two different films

Alex Gibney's provocative film is compelling but overlong, and there's not much new here for Ars readers.

Lightning apps using unpatched LDK risk Bitcoin theft from a reconnect lie

The October 1-dated v0.2.7 and v0.1.13 patches close a reconnect theft path, while v0.2.7 also fixes an LSPS2 payment-amount flaw.

The investor’s guide to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Everything you need to know

Year after year, investors who've explored the Expo Halls, met founders, and learned from peers have proven why you need to be on the ground at Disrupt Oct. 13.

Tokenized Stocks Show Real Demand But Remain Volatile and Illiquid, IMF Finds

An IMF analysis found that more than half of tokenized stock trading happens outside U. S.

Saylor teases Strategy Bitcoin buying after ending September with STRC buybacks

Investors will have to wait an extra day to find out if and how much Strategy added to its Bitcoin treasury in the first week of October.

Citroen revives the 2CV for an electric age

The French firm is reinventing the classic model as carmakers come under pressure from Chinese rivals.

Some Kraken futures limit orders can still fill after a successful cancel

The October 8 Maker Protection expansion brings more contracts under a rule that discards unfilled remainders while still allowing execution.

Volkswagen boss backs EU plan to bolster domestic European industry

Oliver Blume says ‘Made in Europe’ rules to counter rapid rise of lower-price Chinese brands ‘must reward real value creation’ The boss of Volkswagen has backed EU proposals to boost its domestic industry, arguing European carmakers need to be able to “compete under comparable conditions” with Chinese rivals. Oliver Blume said…

Can the AI industry persuade data center opponents by getting rid of NDAs?

On Equity, we debate the impact of data center moratoriums and whether the AI industry has a communication problem.

TechCrunch Mobility: A roadblock clears for self-driving trucks

Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, the role AI is playing in it.

Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana ETFs All in the Red for October

Bitcoin ETFs have seen $386.3 million in net outflows through the first seven trading days of October, while Ethereum funds have now posted nine straight days of losses.

Bitcoin hedge funds face a liquidation trap when their collateral is split across markets

Here's a hypothetical situation: a hedge fund is making money, but one of its exchanges is about to liquidate its position anyway. Bitcoin has fallen, its short position on CME is profitable, and the matching long on Hyperliquid is bleeding cash.

Dawn Myers is making it easier to style, detangle, and care for curly hair

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Clarity's failure could speed crypto innovation while shielding incumbents

Executives see openings for tokenization, DeFi and dealmaking, while lawyers warn agency action leaves spot-market oversight and lasting certainty unresolved.

Trump’s deal with Putin will have little impact on US diesel prices, experts say

Analysts say fuel will take weeks to ship and quantity is too small to affect prices, while full deal is unlikely to be met given damage to Russian refineries Trump announces partial ceasefire but Zelenskyy says deal is ‘news to me’ Donald Trump’s deal with Vladimir Putin to temporarily lift sanctions on US imports of Russian…

President Trump declares 'energy ceasefire' between Russia and Ukraine

"Ukraine supports the ceasefire, and it is important that Russia support it as well," said Ukrainian President Zelensky.

Ledger confirms hidden chip in crypto wallet amid $92M theft claims

Ledger confirms a hidden hardware implant in a customer's wallet as CryptoBilis halts sales amid an investigation into reported crypto thefts.

Tokenized stocks can carry the same rights without the same trading protections

Douro Labs’ October 9 submission seeks feed-quality guidance, while venue safeguards and covered FINRA-member broker duties remain distinct.

Efferon wants to eradicate the devastating toll of pediatric sepsis

This Battlefield 200 startup has developed blood-purification tech to save children

Prime Video unveils Blade Runner 2099 full trailer at NYCC

Also: new trailer for Godzilla Minus Zero , the sequel to Takashi Yamazaki’s kaiju epic Godzilla Minus One

Ukraine strikes Yandex data centre in third attack on Russian tech giant

It is the third time this week that Ukraine has targeted Russian tech giant Yandex, forcing the company to suspend its operations.

What to know about the landmark Warner Bros. Discovery sale

Learn more about Paramount's planned acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery — a historic Hollywood megadeal valued at $111 billion — as it continues to develop.

Malaysia man loses $3M in suspected crypto wallet hack

A Malaysian man reports losing $3.05M in cryptocurrency after unauthorized wallet transfers. Police are tracing the funds and investigating fraud.

XRP ETFs extend a 13-week inflow streak as Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana funds shed $1.25 billion

US-listed XRP ETFs extended their inflow streak to 13 weeks as Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana funds suffered nearly $1.25 billion in combined withdrawals during the week ended Oct. 9.

Donations to major parties and an ex-premier as a lobbyist: how datacentres play the political game in Australia

As governments face community backlash for fast-tracking developments, big tech’s financial contributions face renewed scrutiny Follow our Australia politics live blog for latest updates Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast On 14 June 2025, Anthony Albanese stood inside an enormous sphere of glass and…

These execs think voice AI hasn’t reached its ChatGPT moment yet

Voice AI's often misses important points for its context layer, and causes the whole pipeline to break

IMF warns tokenized stocks are 1.5 times more volatile

IMF research finds strong demand for tokenized stocks, but warns that the market is 1.5 times more volatile and less liquid than regular shares.

Wildwood review – Laika’s pleasingly old fashioned stop-motion magic-forest odyssey

The makers of Coraline return with their distinctive animation style in a magical tale of a secret world of strange beasts, talking animals and evil governesses Here is an engaging family movie from the Portland-based Laika studio that created Coraline . It is a fantasy adventure in Laika’s distinctively crafted stop-motion…

New iPhone spyware can hunt for crypto wallets and extract their data every 15 seconds

iVerify’s P7 DarkSword report describes remote commands to collect imToken-related data after an iPhone is compromised.

How Zcash Plans to Hide Your Keys From AI and Quantum Attacks

Zakura, a Zcash full node developer, says it expects hash-based signatures to land in Zcash in January, and is rolling out a privacy tool for rotating transparent addresses this week.

IMF finds demand for tokenized stocks, says the market is still volatile, illiquid

Investors are using blockchain-based shares for smaller and after-hours trades. The IMF says liquidity, legal rules and settlement systems have not caught up.

Richard E Grant admits Traitors mistakes: ‘I never thought they would take me seriously’

Actor says he should have made a joke of his admission, he felt institutionalised there and he is not watching the series Richard E Grant has said his early exit from The Celebrity Traitors was due to his failure to realise his fellow contestants would take him seriously. The Withnail and I actor was voted off as a traitor…

NEAR price stalls near $5.30: Can it reach $6?

NEAR price trades near $5.24 after rebounding from $4.30. Traders watch $5.65 resistance and weakening momentum for the next move toward $6.

Justice Department investigates TV networks, citing possible anti-trust violations

The move escalates Trump's fight with the press amid court battle over barring CNN, Politico and MS NOW from the White House.

There’s more to our music than Oasis, says Manchester mayor

Bev Craig pledges £2m in funding to nurture local artists by improving access to rehearsal and production space The Manchester mayor, Bev Craig, has said the city’s music scene is about more than just Oasis, as she announced funding to nurture a diverse range of local artists, be they “guitar bands or not”. Craig pledged the…

Why a Chilean salt flat is a microcosm of the extractive frontiers of green capitalism

In the Atacama desert, the extraction of lithium – so crucial to addressing the climate crisis – comes with escalating social and environmental costs A high-altitude desert plateau traverses Argentina, Bolivia and Chile. I am on the Chilean side, sitting in a Jeep along with two other researchers.

What happens when crypto trades stocks while Wall Street sleeps?

Wall Street closes at 4 p.m., but apparently that's becoming more of a suggestion than a rule. You can now spend the evening watching Netflix and making leveraged bets on American semiconductor companies while the exchange where their shares trade is closed.

Don't be scared: Being afraid is outright fun, and maybe useful

Listeners of NPR's Weekend Edition Sunday may already know that host Ayesha Rascoe loves horror. But why do scream queens (and kings) like her like what's frightening?

Sunday Puzzle: Back to school

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe plays the puzzle along with Weekend Edition Puzzlemaster Will Shortz and LAist listener Bill Etienne of Laguna Niguel, California.

Dogecoin records $57M net outflows: What’s next?

Dogecoin records $57.2M in weekly net spot outflows as DOGE trades near $0.085. Traders watch key price levels and Bitwise's ETF closure.

GTA 6 leaker ties full game release to $30M meme coin

An alleged GTA 6 leaker has tied a promised full-game release to a $30M Solana meme coin target. Rockstar has not confirmed the claim.

‘I didn’t expect to be portrayed as a cannibal’: Rachael Stirling on eating her mother Diana Rigg’s ashes

When the actor confessed to ingesting a few flakes of her mother’s ashes on opening nights, reactions ranged from recognition to disgust. But, she says, grief makes animals of us all There have been headlines of late that make me out to be an ash-guzzling savage nightly devouring her mother’s charred remains.

US’s Reagan-era economic promises return as Trump’s AI-fueled growth fantasy

‘Even if AI supercharged the economy, its impact on the government’s finances would be muted’ Back through political history to the age of Ronald Reagan , Republicans have repeatedly promised the US public that tax cuts would pay for themselves, firing up economic growth and filling the government’s coffers. The promise never…

‘The crime fiction I’m interested in is political’: Ian Rankin on his new novel about the super-rich

The bestselling writer talks about leaving Edinburgh for London in his latest mystery, and what the future holds for Rebus Sir Ian Rankin rarely watches television. Certainly, there’s no gleaming flatscreen in the corner of the apartment in Edinburgh where he writes, listens to music and constructs elaborate Lego models (all…

‘Some aren’t going to make it’: how pressure on farmers threatens UK food security

Food producers are adding their voices to the chorus of warnings about the vulnerability of British supply chains “There are so many decent, capable, productive, efficient arable farmers out there, asking how they are supposed to finance the crop they are meant to be putting in the ground,” Jamie Burrows says. Sitting in his…

Coldcard says it’s investigating how phishing link appeared on its X account

Company advised users not to visit or interact with the link in question and said it will share any further verified updates.

Nasdaq CEO says tokenization could unlock billions

Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman says tokenization could free tens of billions in collateral and support 24/7 trading as Wall Street adopts blockchain.

AI discovers XRP Ledger flaw that could mint 18 trillion tokens and put $94 billion market at risk

Testing produced spendable XRP, but the disclosure reports no evidence of public-network exploitation and explains why the fix took effect immediately.

Labour has got the message – developing nations suffer most from bond market turmoil | Heather Stewart

Just as Brown and Blair did in 2005, Andy Burnham aims to champion debt relief to help developing countries Developing nations face triple shock, UN warns From Washington to Paris, London to Tokyo, policymakers in every large economy have been counting the costs of bond market turmoil in recent weeks. But the brunt of the pain…

The Haunting of Hill House review – a slick and spooky fright night

Richmond theatre, London Jump scares, flying furniture and psychological unravelling hurtle towards a climax as a trio of guests investigate supernatural goings on at an abandoned mansion There aren’t many productions that have the audience screaming within seconds of curtain up. But this is an adaptation of Shirley Jackson’s…

Ex-Ripple exec on XRP’s 13M AI payments: What’s next?

XRP Ledger surpasses 13 million AI agent payments through x402, with XRP and RLUSD supporting transactions across 168 registered merchants.

COLDCARD warns Bitcoin users about phishing scam on X

COLDCARD investigates a phishing post on its official X account that directed Bitcoin users to a fake wallet security page. The post was deleted.

Japan arrests 6 over $580K crypto laundering case

Japan arrests six suspects over alleged crypto money laundering linked to 30 fraud victims and 91 million yen in suspected transactions.

Ledger confirms unauthorized hardware implant, says losses may exceed $86M

Ledger said the incident appeared to be isolated to a single reseller and its Southeast Asian market.

Fixated on AI, the world has forgotten what is staring it in the face: nuclear annihilation | Simon Tisdall

This is no scoffing matter. The accelerating proliferation of advanced nuclear weapons is bringing ‘end times’ closer by the day Humankind has fearfully and sometimes joyfully anticipated the end of the world ever since it began.

‘What could be discovered? What is new there?’: blockbuster exhibition celebrates Roy Lichtenstein

The often-criticised pop artist is the focus of a monumental new survey including rarely seen pieces and ambitious new restagings at New York’s Whitney Museum When the American artist Roy Lichtenstein created his monumental Greene Street Mural in 1983, he took inspiration from the Bayeux tapestry for its serial storytelling…

‘We look like soft, made-up blokes, but we’re really tough’: Duran Duran on 80s excess, tabloid scrutiny and their Halloween glow-up

They spent their heyday on yachts, then rolled up their sleeves in the wilderness years. Ahead of a Halloween show at the O2, pop’s great survivors explain their staying power In 2022, Duran Duran were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.

It's taking longer to find a new job after losing one

People who lose their jobs in this economy are taking longer to find new work. Nearly four in ten people exhaust their unemployment benefits before they land a new job.

‘I’d wander through the park all angsty listening to Arctic Monkeys’: Arlo Parks’ honest playlist

The singer shamelessly blasts Lady Gaga in the car and is brought to tears by Portishead – but which song does she have to be careful listening to? The first song I fell in love with I remember listening to Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This) by Eurythmics when I was really young.

Hyperliquid ETH trades raise concerns: Was Papertrade exploited?

Papertrade faces price manipulation allegations after two wallets reportedly used $20M ETH trades on Hyperliquid to affect large positions.

CFTC proposals aimed at separating prediction markets from casino gambling

The two measures attempt to set the stage for a potential US Supreme Court battle over federal and state jurisdiction.

Bubblemaps accuses Pump.fun influencer Ethan of $125K scam

Bubblemaps alleges Pump.fun influencer Ethan earned $125K through 49 token promotions, as suspected wallets sold within minutes of his posts.

Robinhood Chain transactions drop 42%: What’s next?

Robinhood Chain transactions fall 42% as trading slows, while deposits remain above $1 billion and free wallet swaps continue through December.

Bitcoin companies are learning that holding forever takes cash

Metaplanet sold 10,000 BTC and bought back 11,000 at a higher average price to show it was willing to sell its Bitcoin. The Japanese treasury company was pursuing a credit rating and better access to financing, and its Oct.

‘Halloweenmas’: how the spooky one-nighter turned into a month-long spectacular

Welcome to Halloweenmas, weeks of themed fun and gifts – from costume parties to decorating trees – without the stress, rules or cost of Christmas The tree is up, the wreath is hanging on the front door and you’ve just opened your advent calendar . All told, it’s beginning to feel a lot like … Halloween .

OUSD could bring payments to Pi Network. Will any demand reach PI?

Pi Network has outlined a possible role for Open USD in payments and Pioneer rewards, but its October 8 statement leaves the design open. PI trades around $0.0835 after losing ground this month.

Ledger faces fake website warning amid $86M theft probe

A fake Ledger website is targeting wallet recovery phrases through Google Search as Ledger investigates reported crypto losses linked to a reseller.

Russia’s new mining rules: Can Bitcoin miners lose power?

Russia introduces new electricity rules requiring crypto mining farms to accept power cuts during shortages, prioritizing homes and other users.

Animals and their people: country shows across the UK – in pictures

Photographer Irina Werning, who grew up in rural Argentina surrounded by animals, has spent the summer photographing animals and their people at county and agricultural shows across the UK, from Essex and Kent to Surrey, Gloucestershire and Buckinghamshire, a project she began in Argentina. ‘As animals become less visible in…

‘You have a meeting’: the calendar phishing scam growing exponentially

Appointment or renewal reminder appears in victims’ calendar to lure them into logging in to fake Google, Microsoft or PayPal page You’re preparing for the week ahead and take a look at your Google calendar. There’s an entry for a meeting that you must have completely forgotten.

‘We need less point scoring’: What party conference season taught us about UK climate action

Tories plan to scrap low-carbon housebuilding, Greens back new nuclear reactors, and Labour put oil-drilling decisions on hold New homes could be built without solar panels, heat pumps and high-grade insulation, leading to higher household bills if the Conservative party wins the next general election. Kemi Badenoch made…

TV tonight: David Tennant stars in a brutally brilliant prison drama

Jimmy McGovern’s incredible series Time returns. Plus: The Party is a moreish new thriller based on Elizabeth Day’s hit novel.

Developing nations face triple shock from energy crisis, El Niño and borrowing costs, UN warns

UN’s development arm calls for urgent action as crises could ‘throw tens if not hundreds of millions back into poverty’ Developing countries face a triple shock from the energy crisis, El Niño and surging borrowing costs and need urgent support from the international community, the UN’s development arm has warned. Speaking…

Nuclear war and malicious use of AI threaten end of humanity by 2100, says Lancet assessment

Newly established commission identifies 17 catastrophic threats to human health but says ‘realistic route to act’ on each exists Humans could become extinct by the year 2100 due to malicious use of AI or nuclear conflict, according to a new global risk assessment. They top a list of 17 major threats to human health over the…

Microsoft’s Satya Nadella says AI models need an ‘emergency brake’

In a Saturday morning post, Microsoft's CEO wrote that it’s time “to step back and assess the trust architecture” of AI.

Apple discloses deal to hire team and license tech from personalized podcast startup Huxe

Is Apple hoping to get into the AI-generated podcast business?

BTCPay Docker users must opt into Tor at their next update to keep onion access

Existing installations must explicitly select Tor at their next setup or update, even though existing Tor data is preserved.

Juliet Stevenson: ‘Do I have a nemesis? Where do we start? Putin, Musk, Trump, Erdoğan, Modi, Netanyahu’

The British actor on the genius of Bend It Like Beckham, the role she lost to Emma Thompson and why some actors get worse with age What was the most Australian thing that you experienced while you were in the country filming Dustfall? Working with a python?

Parents fear YouTubers are bringing ‘brain rot’ to Netflix. But are kids wising up to ‘slop’?

As streamers poach viral creators to appeal to children, digital whack-a-mole has become a new kind of family challenge Exasperated dad Simon Hooper shakes his fist at the camera in a viral video . “We managed to get rid of YouTube in our household six months ago and the kids are finally OK with it,” he says – but Netflix is…

The Kennedy Center names new artistic director, amid concerns

The center's executive director has named an agent who has worked with ZZ Top and Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee as the head of programming for the arts institution.

Newer AI models missed more payment fraud in Coinbase’s benchmark

A fixed historical replay found weaker fraud coverage across three model upgrades, while GPT’s precision improved.

CFTC Draws the Line Between Prediction Markets and Gambling in New Rules

A proposed rule would expressly fold event contracts tied to sports, politics, culture and weather into the “swap” definition, while an interim rule excludes casino-style gambling—sharpening the agency’s claim to exclusive jurisdiction.

Being right about Bitcoin won’t save your 3x leveraged ETF position

Bitcoin's next recovery could vindicate your investment thesis but leave your leveraged fund deep in the red, because the fund's daily reset can make waiting a pretty expensive habit. Getting Bitcoin right and actually making money on Bitcoin are becoming two different skills, especially now that Wall Street is preparing…

Petra Power looks to modernize energy for data centers and defense vehicles

The startup says its fuel cells are super efficient and cut fuel costs during a time when the tech industry can’t get enough electricity.

'Wait Wait' for October 10, 2026: With Not My Job guest Margo Price

This week, Wait Wait is live in Chicago with guest host Negin Farsad, special guest Margo Price and panelists Joyelle Nicole Johnson, Katie Nolan, and Mo Rocca

Cloudflare acquires Deno to improve its Workers programming model

Cloudflare will use this acquisition to improve its Workers programming model and platform.

This Sam Altman-Backed Life Insurer Runs Entirely on Bitcoin, and Just Raised $37.5 Million

The Bermuda-based insurer, which runs entirely on Bitcoin, drew the funding from existing backers led by Bain Capital Crypto after a record year driven by demand from wealthy families in Asia, Europe and the Middle East.

CFTC proposes a divide between prediction contracts and sportsbook wagers

An event-contract proposal and separate casino-wager rule sharpen the federal classification boundary while leaving state-law access disputes unresolved.

Here’s a Way to Predict When AI Chatbots Will Turn Bad

Physicists at George Washington University say a formula can estimate when an AI chatbot will flip from good answers to bad ones, and early tests on small models back it up.

Luxor’s reported 6–13% annualized Bitcoin yield depends on mining delivery

Luxor’s paired forwards can fix gross BTC receipts, while mining delivery, counterparty performance and financing terms still determine repayment.

3 days to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Meet the startups before they hit mainstream

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 takes place October 13-15 in San Francisco. Over 300 startups will show what they’ve built to 10,000 tech leaders.

Trump announces deal for Russian diesel as Zelensky calls it a gift to Putin

Ukraine's president sharply criticised the move, calling it an "investment in war that must be ended, not prolonged".

Coinbase’s Texas move gets a shareholder suit dismissed over Delaware-era claims

The October 2 court order required a written board demand in this action, without deciding whether directors committed misconduct.

Here are the top AI agents that can live in your text messages

We created a list of the most notable AI agents that can live in your text messages, from general assistants to agents designed for families, travel, and work.

United Auto Workers president Shawn Fain easily wins re-election

Fain was dogged by investigation but still decisively beat challenger Rich Boyer, who received just 13% of vote The president of the United Auto Workers, Shawn Fain, has easily won his re-election bid after an campaign period marred by accusations of corruption and election interference. The union’s election of leadership for a…

Ray Gunn review – Brad Bird’s animated film-noir sci-fi caper is an old-school family classic

Sam Rockwell voices the gumshoe who becomes embroiled with Scarlett Johansson’s femme fatale in this big-hearted and beautifully designed fantasy spectacular Brad Bird, the Spielberg of animation, applies his masterly authorial touch to a terrific family film that retrieves the genre from the doldrums of dull, AI-formulaic…

French Committee Backs Stablecoin Swap Tax and Crypto Exit Tax, Then Rejects the Budget

A National Assembly committee adopted amendments taxing stablecoin swaps and crypto exits by wealthy holders, then rejected the 2027 budget's revenue section.

How a South African billionaire is turning a corner of Somerset into ‘one man’s estate’

Koos Bekker’s Newt estate encompasses luxury hotels, pubs and high street business, with local concerns including flooding When South African billionaire Koos Bekker bought an old country estate in a sleepy corner of Somerset to turn it into a luxury hotel, residents thought it was a sign their area was on the up. Walking…

Bitcoin’s weekend rebound faces an $80,400 test after nearly $730 million in ETF outflows

Bitcoin traded near $82,900 in PerpFinder’s Oct. 10, 09:36 UTC snapshot, with traders watching whether the weekend rebound brings fresh leverage or further position unwinding.

FDA may allow some toxic chemicals to be added to food without safety review. Experts are alarmed

Regulator looks to expand loophole to allow dangerous compounds in food as long as they’re not carcinogenic The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing to expand a controversial loophole to allow some of the world’s most toxic chemicals to be added directly to food without a safety review. The “threshold of…

Edge Control: the art exhibition using hidden camera images to explore race and beauty

Artist Deana Lawson uses beauty supply store surveillance images to analyze power and personhood in her exhibition at the Gagosian in New York City In her essay The Oppositional Gaze: Black Female Spectators, writer and philosopher bell hooks explains that the relationship between Black people and the act of “looking” has…

‘Jelliness is my life motto’: jackpot theatre prize winner Jaha Koo on kimchi, K-pop and his robotic eel

Feted for cooking up shows that can be mouthwatering as well as thought-provoking, the artist discusses his fusion of South Korean and European culture When I meet Jaha Koo in Oslo, where he has just been honoured with the prestigious International Ibsen award, I hand him a congratulatory packet of Haribo. The alternative…

Stealing $1.5B in crypto is easy, cashing out is the trap

North Korean hackers stole around $1.5 billion from Bybit in February 2025. While the hack itself has been widely covered and analyzed, few have focused on what happened afterward and what became of the stolen funds.

One year after 10/10 flash crash, bitcoin and ether liquidity have rebuilt, but altcoins still face risks

Bitcoin and ether order books are deeper than before the crash, while altcoin liquidity keeps eroding and spot trading remains well below its October 2025 peak.

Tokenized commodities look beyond gold as lending and oil open new markets

Paxos Labs, Theo and Energy Substantiation execs see growth coming from putting physical assets to work, with precious metals leading and energy presenting a tougher test.

Hong Kong warns unlicensed payment platforms of enforcement

Hong Kong has warned that payment platforms operating without required licenses face enforcement action, after its monetary authority received 16 complaints about suspected unlicensed stored value services between January 2024 and September 2026. Hong Kong’s Financial Services and the Treasury…

Justin Sun says Tron’s post-quantum cryptography has gone live on testnet

“We’re ready to bring quantum resistance to mainnet at any time,” Sun said in a post on X.

Squeezy olive oil bottles, Meghan’s pot filler tap and the rise of ‘cheffy’ kit in home kitchens

Social media ‘chefluencers’ and open restaurant kitchens have made chefs more visible and inspired aspirational gadget-buying The Duchess of Sussex is no ordinary home cook, but when Meghan appeared on Instagram this week at a hob presided over by a special pot filler tap , it spoke to a shift in the everyday kitchen – the…

China plans national blockchain network in digital push

China has called for a national blockchain network and an integrated computing power network in a policy document covering 19 measures to develop technology-led industries and connect the digital economy with real-world production. Xinhua News Agency published the opinion issued…

One with the world? A new look at brains transformed by psychedelics.

Participants meditated inside an MRI tube, with and without psilocybin.

Papertrade plans 1000x leverage launch after $85.3m deposits

Papertrade has scheduled its HyperEVM perpetuals exchange to begin trading on Oct. 10 with up to 1000x leverage, after DefiLlama tracked about $85.3 million in deposits ahead of the opening.

Amélie allowed me to embrace my neurodivergence

Watching a DVD of the French film alone in my room, I saw for the first time a character who moved through the world like I do Amélie likes the sound of cracking creme brulee with a teaspoon, plunging her hand into a sack of grain, and turning around in the cinema to watch people’s faces in the dark. I like the smell of books…

Tourism expansion v turtle nests: the dispute dividing communities in one Tobago resort

Plans for a 200-room project on an unspoiled beach have pitted developers against the conservationists fighting for smaller-scale schemes to protect the island’s habitat Visitors to Rocky Point in south-west Tobago are drawn to its sandy beach, fringed by coral reefs and dark rock formations and carpeted with the…

‘Our town is making jeans again’: meet the firm reviving jobs and skills in Wales

In the first article in a series on high end British manufacturing, we visit the Hiut Denim factory in Cardigan Worn on the streets of London’s Soho, San Francisco or Sydney, every pair of high-end jeans made by Hiut Denim comes from the rather unlikely location of a small coastal town in west Wales. Cardigan, with a population…

‘People are pissed’: union decries TSA’s removal of chairs for checkpoint staff

Order for workers to remain standing to ‘reinforce professionalism’ draws rebuke amid plunging morale Union officials have launched a campaign to allow airport security staff to sit once more after the Trump administration unilaterally removed all the chairs for Transportation Security Administration (TSA) staff at…

Bitcoin's $19 billion wake-up call: One-year after flash crash, has crypto learned anything?

The Oct. 10, 2025 flash crash wiped out billions in leveraged crypto bets.

Evernorth’s XRP treasury goes public. Can the listing lift XRP price?

Evernorth completed its merger with Armada Acquisition Corp. II on October 9 and expects XRPN shares to start trading on Nasdaq on October 12.

Evernorth completes merger with 473m XRP ahead of Nasdaq debut

Evernorth has completed its merger with Armada Acquisition Corp. II, holding approximately 473 million XRP and raising about $300 million in gross cash proceeds ahead of its expected Oct.

Telegraph owner poised to make newsroom job cuts in investment promise U-turn

Exclusive: German media group Axel Springer said to be planning between 50 and 100 editorial redundancies The new owner of the Telegraph is preparing to make significant job cuts to its newsroom, just months after stating it would invest in the title to make it the “leading centre-right media outlet in the English-speaking…

Worldcoin price flips bullish: Can WLD clear $0.61?

Worldcoin has rebounded above $0.51 after its sharp October sell-off, with WLD trading near $0.55 as the daily chart places the next major resistance around $0.61. Trading View’s Binance WLD/USDT daily chart recorded Worldcoin at $0.5477 on Oct.

Zelenskyy furious as Trump announces deal to buy Russian diesel

US president says agreement needed to lower fuel prices, but move likely to create fresh crisis with Ukraine and Nato allies Donald Trump is on a fresh collision course with Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European allies after his stunning agreement to buy Russian diesel upended years of US and western pressure on the Kremlin to end…

UK must not be beholden to foreign AI, says head of Alan Turing Institute

George Williamson says ‘national resilience’ is key focus of ATI amid US and China’s runaway leadership in field The UK must not become dependent on foreign AI systems that can be switched off at short notice and must develop its own versions of the technology, according to the head of the Alan Turing Institute. The country…

Triple-A attacker moves $12.4m in ETH to Tornado Cash

The attacker behind Triple-A’s July treasury breach has transferred 4,970 ETH worth approximately $12.4 million into Tornado Cash, according to blockchain security firm Salus. Salus said its Tornado monitoring system tracked 49 deposits of 100 ETH and seven deposits of…

Bitcoin price: $87K rebound or another plunge below $81K?

Bitcoin price has rebounded toward $82,800 after a sharp liquidation-driven sell-off, but resistance near $84,400 stands between its weekend recovery and another attempt at $87,000. CoinGecko recorded Bitcoin at $82,726 on Oct.

‘I just wasn’t going to give up’: the fight to free the longest-serving political prisoner in the US

Leonard Peltier was imprisoned for 49 years before his sentence was commuted. A new Netflix documentary exposes the ‘corrupt’ system that allowed it to happen On 20 January 2025, with 14 minutes remaining in his term as president, Joe Biden commuted the life sentence of Leonard Peltier , after years of pressure to release a…

16 cozy activities to add to your fall bucket list

Carve a pumpkin? You can do better than that.

The Met puts a modern artist front and center (and there's some Jackson Pollock, too)

In a blockbuster show, The Metropolitan Museum of Art places the work of two major 20th century artists side by side: the married couple Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock.

Tech chief says EU can fend off rogue AI risk: Report

Recent incidents at OpenAI ‌and Anthropic stoke global concerns and fears that rogue AI agents may venture beyond human control.

Crypto ETFs shed $1.29b as Bitcoin and Ether lead exits

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‘People forgot I existed’: Audrey Niffenegger on taking 14 years to write a sequel to The Time Traveler’s Wife

Her debut made her a global star. Now she has finally written a follow-up – and this time, it’s political.

NFT sales rise to $39.85m as Pudgy Penguins jump 125%

NFT sales reached $39.85 million over the seven days to Oct. 10, up 0.90% from the previous week, as Ethereum retained its blockchain lead and Pudgy Penguins sales more than doubled.

Sam Altman-backed Bitcoin life insurer, Meanwhile, raises more funds

The round follows increased international demand for Meanwhile’s Bitcoin life insurance policies amid broader macro instability.

Crypto VC funding: Spiko and Nous Research raise $90m each

Crypto and Web3 funding announcements totaled $380.51 million across 16 disclosed transactions from Oct. 3–9, led by matching $90 million rounds for Spiko and Nous Research.

Recruitment boss accused of being behind ‘doxxing’ campaign against RNLI and anti-racism activists

Tom Watson, of Worcester, alleged to be behind Big Time Charlie X account that created so-called Traitorbase The owner of a recruitment firm has been accused of being at the centre of a so-called “doxxing” campaign against the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), anti-racism activists and business executives who recruit…

Inflation target of 2% may not stop the next Fed rate freeze

The Fed can stop raising rates before inflation reaches 2% if officials believe the economy's already heading there without another increase. September's meeting left most unconvinced, with strong spending and persistent price increases outweighing the strain expensive borrowing was putting on parts of the economy.

Bitcoin retreats, Treasury drops rules, OKX draws investment | Weekly recap

In this week’s edition of the weekly recap, Bitcoin lost its early-October gains as U. S.

UK savings: 5% interest rate deals may not last, say experts

Competition is hotting up, with National Savings & Investments lifting rates to the highest in years National Savings and Investments (NS&I) has increased the returns on some of its accounts, with many now paying more than 5% for the first time in nearly three years. Competition in the savings market has been growing, leading…

Time: David Tennant and Siobhan Finneran are stellar in this horrifying and exceptional TV drama

Jimmy McGovern’s grab-you-by-the-throat prison show is back and it could hardly be more urgent, prescient or excellent. Brace yourself though … Bake Off it is not It takes a lot to drag me away from comfort TV in the autumn.

The Guide #264: Why is Hollywood obsessed with the tech-bro baddie?

In this week’s newsletter: Dead-eyed billionaires can’t hold a candle to the maniacal cinematic villains of old – it’s time Hollywood rewrote its source code • Don’t get The Guide delivered to your inbox? Sign up here Sixteen years ago The Social Network was released and the first stirrings of a new cinema archetype were seen…

CFTC proposes classifying sports event contracts as swaps

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission has proposed adding event contracts covering four categories, including sports, to its swap definition while issuing a separate rule excluding casino-style gambling products. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission announced the proposal on Oct.

Bitcoin's volatility has plunged, but extreme price swings are more frequent than in 2018

CoinDesk analysis finds 10 unusually large trading days in 2026, raising questions about how investors measure risk in an increasingly institutional crypto market.

'Crashout', 'Ragebait' or 'Peak': Want to know which word is favoured by Germany's youth?

The three frontrunners 'Crashout', 'Ragebait' and 'Peak' are in the running to become Germany's youth word of the year 2026, with anglicisms particularly trendy. The winning term will be announced this Saturday at the Frankfurt Book Fair.

TV tonight: Richard Ayoade and Hannah Waddingham’s cartoon comedy

Rick and Morty fans will love ancient Greece animation Krapopolis. Plus, Danny Dyer takes the SNL UK hosting reins.

Create new pre-apprenticeship scheme to close youth unemployment gap, says Milburn

Exclusive: Former minister’s review warns that dramatic action is needed over huge drop in youth apprenticeship starts A national apprenticeship readiness scheme should be introduced in England to close the gap for young people between leaving school and starting work, the government is to be told. Alan Milburn, who is leading…

Robinhood Chain slowdown spreads from fees to trading as transactions fall more than 40%

Daily activity has dropped from 10.8 million transactions to 6.2 million since mid-September even as Robinhood keeps paying network fees on customer swaps.

XRP Ledger patched decade-old bug that could create billions of dollars in XRP from nothing

Researchers demonstrated how a payment could create spendable XRP without the sender funding it, prompting an emergency software release.

Tame Impala review – Kevin Parker ricochets between musical uppers and downers in eye-popping arena show

Brisbane Entertainment Centre Melancholic newer tracks sit uncomfortably alongside the chunky psychedelia and hazy prog-rock the Australian band is known for There were a lot of firsts to be experienced on Tame Impala’s Deadbeat tour. I have never seen an arena headliner emerge looking more like he’s just stumbled out of bed.

France’s dilemma: protesters demand spending as markets require fiscal restraint

Waves of protests expose debt crisis faced by French government, but political wrangling is stalling an escape plan. Is there a way out?

Remember Me review – narrow view of two photographic centuries is like a history of food in three ham sarnies

Bourse de Commerce, Paris There are 700 works from François Pinault’s collection on display – more than half of them by Irving Penn – but it’s a blinkered selection and annoyingly didactic ‘Beware … of assuming the sterile attitude of the spectator, for life is not a spectacle” scream the words of Aimé Césaire – writ large…

Elon Musk intensifies attack on Ambani over Starlink India launch delay

Elon Musk has accused Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani of blocking competition.

Visa survey says nearly half of APAC consumers open to using stablecoins by 2031

Visa’s survey of 14,250 people found interest in stablecoin payments is growing, though only 6% of respondents correctly understood how they work.

Celsius founder faces lifetime ban, but can trade his own crypto

A qualifying DOJ payment can satisfy the $25 million obligation, while a separate $10 million judgment has a sentence-completion condition with exceptions.

14th review – Ava DuVernay’s galvanizing documentary is a remarkable achievement

New York film festival: the director has made a fascinating and troubling companion piece to her Netflix documentary 13th, which takes a fiery look at American injustice It feels at once like the blink of an eye and an eternity since Ava DuVernay’s documentary 13th arrived on Netflix, a month before the election of Donald Trump…

Solana doubles block production speed to 200ms as network prepares for Alpenglow upgrade

The final SIMD-0525 step halves Solana’s original slot-time target, shortening leader windows and epochs while per-slot budgets keep work capacity roughly steady.

Anthropic can’t reliably control its AI agents. It’s cutting off its internal evals from the live internet instead

Anthropic said it "turned off live internet access" for "all our internal evaluations" until further notice.

Tether freezes $1.4M in TRON vaults and THORChain stalls

A researcher reported resumed TRON swaps after four vaults were blacklisted, exposing issuer control over USDT inside decentralized infrastructure.

Boots has a new owner: Three ways it could affect you

The stalwart of Britain's High Street has been sold to a Canadian billionaire family. What will that mean for you?

Neanderthal wooden tools from Spain found preserved in stone

Dissolved rock precipitated around the tools, which then decayed.

Analysis: Trump's shock Russia deal highlights mounting pressure to curb fuel prices

The US president hopes to ease his party's pain before next month's midterm elections, writes the BBC's North America correspondent.

Kalshi taps former FBI agent to fight against money laundering

The prediction market company says it wants to prevent its platform from being abused by criminals. The company is facing mounting pressure over market manipulation and insider trading on the site.

ETH fee burns cover just 2% of new coins printed in 2026

An October 9 ledger puts fee burn at 2.07% of gross issuance, while a conditional capacity model tests the demand needed to shrink supply.

Aussie extends weekly gains as Fed pause bets offset hawkish rhetoric

The Aussie Dollar ended Friday’s session on a positive note, gaining 0.38% and 0.58% weekly as the US Dollar trimmed some of its weekly gains, while US data confirmed investors' expectations that the Federal Reserve would hold rates steady in the October meeting. The AUD/USD trades at 0.6983.

Long live the mechanical keyboard

Keychron made a name for itself after launching on Kickstarter in 2017. Today, it offers the value K2 model as well as a variety of other versions, including one with an all-wood body.

Ukraine’s drones knock out AI data center belonging to "Russia’s Google"

One damaged data center has supercomputers used for training Yandex’s AI model.

A Cray-1 supercomputer replica from 30 "obsolete" Mac Minis

Stylish upcycling, with a retro flair, at Spain's Museo de Historia de la Computación.

The maker of non-text AI model Jev valued at $7.5B just weeks after launch

What has users and large corporations so excited about Jev is TypeSafe’s claim that it works significantly faster and uses far fewer tokens than LLMs.

NASA issues long-awaited call to industry for private space stations

"We’ve made it clear that NASA will never give up its presence in low Earth orbit."

Fired OpenAI employees question the company's commitment to safety

The three fired workers say OpenAI punished them for being outspoken about safety. The company disputes the claims and says they were fired over mishandling sensitive information.

U. S. CFTC moves to fold event contracts into swaps regulations as legal fight rages

The derivatives regulator is proposing a formal rule to include certain contracts traded on platforms like Kalshi's as swaps that require the agency's oversight.

investing Live Americas FX news wrap 9 Oct: It’s a Wrap: Stocks rebound despite weak sentiment; Canadian dollar falls on jobs miss

US stocks close higher; Nasdaq gains for fourth straight week Week ahead: US inflation and retail sales lead a busy economic calendar. Be aware.

Chinese Yuan: PBoC defends yuan narrative – Commerzbank

Commerzbank’s FX team highlights that the People’s Bank of China rejected claims the yuan is undervalued, linking export strength to industrial competitiveness rather than currency manipulation.

Alex Mashinsky gets lifetime crypto ban in New York settlement

Former Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky has agreed to a lifetime ban from the cryptocurrency, securities, and commodities industries under a New York settlement carrying up to $35 million in conditional payments. New York Attorney General Letitia James announced the agreement…

Ledger hack scare nears $90 million as Tether moves to freeze stolen USDT

Suspected Ledger wallet thefts are approaching $90 million as Tether freezes USDT stablecoin linked to the incident, according to blockchain investigators. In an Oct.

What's been driving Hawaii's lava fountains?

Before the lava fountains started, the ground was expanding by half a meter a day.

US eyes $1 billion Iran-linked crypto seizure, Bessent says

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US plans to seize $1B in crypto linked to Iran this week: Scott Bessent

The Treasury Department has announced several digital asset seizures related to sanctions on Iran as part of US sanctions.

How the beverage aisle got so wild

Planet Money traced many new beverage flavors to one laboratory that serves dozens of companies to see how new flavors are created and why we're seeing such an explosion of options right now.

XRP Ledger Batch goes live, enabling bundled transactions

The XRP Ledger has activated its Batch feature on mainnet with support from 30 validators, allowing users to bundle between two and eight transactions into one operation. XRPScan’s dashboard shows BatchV1_1 as active on mainnet, according to the reported amendment…

Singapore Dollar: Range trading persists against US Dollar – UOB

United Overseas Bank’s (UOB) Quek Ser Leang and Lee Sue Ann note that USD/SGD remains supported within the Monetary Authority of Singapore’s policy band, with SGD NEER likely between 1.50% and 1.80% above midpoint, implying a 1.279–1.283 range. Short-term price action shows limited upward momentum, with resistance near 1.2835…

New York permanently bars Celsius founder Mashinsky in $35M fraud settlement

The agreement resolves a 2023 civil fraud lawsuit against the Celsius founder and permanently bars him from the cryptocurrency, securities and commodities industries.

Week ahead: US inflation and retail sales lead a busy economic calendar. Be aware.

Next week starts quietly, but it does not stay that way. The economic calendar gets going on Wednesday with the US CPI report, followed by Australian employment that evening.

GRAM rises 9% as Telegram expands Money wallet access

GRAM has risen 9% to $1.56 as Telegram has expanded access to Money, its non-custodial wallet for token transfers and collectible purchases. Walt announced that Telegram is extending Money beyond the selected users who previously had access, bringing the wallet…

Despite the controversy, data centers could be attractive to struggling rural towns

There's lots of debate over data centers and where they should be located. In a struggling rural town data center development can look a lot more attractive.

XRP Ledger lets institutions share account duties without sharing their keys

The XRP Ledger (XRPL) now lets institutions delegate account tasks while retaining control of their primary signing keys. The Permission DelegationV1_1 amendment went live on Oct.

Taiwan Dollar: Trade strength but losses capped against US Dollar – Commerzbank

Commerzbank analysts note Taiwan’s September trade surplus hit a record USD23.6bn, with exports surging 60.9% year-on-year on strong AI-related demand. The Central Bank of the Republic of China may lean more hawkish if inflation’s uptrend persists.

OpenAI and Anthropic Are Quietly Rehearsing for the Day After an AI Catastrophe

Executives are war-gaming the political fallout of a major AI-driven cyberattack and preparing to brief Congress fast if and when necessary.

AI surveillance startup Flock to cut several hundred jobs amid backlash, sources say

Company, which grown rapidly in recent years, has been under scrutiny as privacy concerns grow Flock Safety plans to shed about 18% of its employees, people with direct ⁠knowledge of the plans said on Thursday, as the maker of AI -powered surveillance cameras and license-plate readers faces mounting opposition to its products…

AI coding agents generate more code, but not more software

Study finds coding efficiency gains get "absorbed" by human review "bottleneck."

An Anthropic AI model sent a false homicide tip to Philadelphia police

Anthropic did not discover this behavior until over two months after its AI submitted the false tip.

Trump wants to reduce the cost of fuel as the midterms loom - will it work?

The price of fuel has soared as the cost of living emerges as a key issue for millions of Americans.

Outrage grows as CDC reportedly poised to fund "unethical" vaccine trial

CDC allocated $1.6M for study on alleged harms of hepatitis B vaccine.

OKX launches flexible USDC loans in Europe

OKX has launched crypto-backed USDC loans in Europe, allowing customers to borrow up to 250,000 USDC, or 3.25 million USDC for VIP clients, without a fixed repayment term. OKX said in its Oct.

Crude Oil drops on Trump's Russian diesel plan

After a call with Russian President Putin, President Donald Trump said on Friday Russia will immediately supply more than 300K tons of diesel to the US and global markets. He put the next shipments at 500K tons in November and 1 million tons after that.

Latest in the 'Divergent' universe finds a different Tris

Veronica Roth's latest, The Sixth Faction, takes us back to the beginning, where Beatrice Prior has a choice to make. This time, she chooses another path.

China: Robust trade and rising prices – DBS

DBS Group Research expects China’s exports to grow 25.7% year-on-year in September, supported by strong electronics demand and improving manufacturing PMIs.

Dollar Index stalls under its high as the Fed's hawks repeat themselves

Four sessions after its highest level since April 2025, the Dollar Index hasn't got back to it. The index trades near 102.25 and has made a lower high in each session since Wednesday.

US President Trump says Putin agrees to supply millions of tons of diesel

On Friday, US President Donald Trump said he spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who agreed to immediately supply over 300K tons of diesel fuel to the US and the global market, add 500K tons for November, and deliver 1 million tons “immediately thereafter.”

THORChain dev accuses Tether of temporarily freezing USDT vaults

Chad Barraford, technical co-founder of the network, said that the funds were frozen and then unfrozen without explanation.

Hoskinson says Vitalik’s AI warning could delay the internet’s quantum defenses

Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson accused Vitalik Buterin of undermining quantum-resistant cryptography with speculative warnings about AI-driven mathematical breakthroughs. In an Oct.

Batteries are now cheaper than natural gas turbines used at many data centers

Batteries are now cheaper than natural gas turbines as the data center boom pushes prices up.

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Gamma’s Grant Lee, Engine’s Elia Wallen, and GV’s Crystal Huang on landing your first 1,000 customers

Leaders from Gamma, Engine, and Google Ventures join TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 to talk how to get your first customers. Register now to save up to $100.

PC shipments fall 20.1 percent in “sharpest decline” since Q1 2023

"The current decline may be just the beginning of a new downward cycle."

Bitcoin quantum threat: Which wallets face the most risk?

Fireblocks’ research chief has identified exposed public keys as the main factor in Bitcoin’s future quantum risk, citing public estimates that roughly 6.7 million to 7 million BTC sit behind keys already visible onchain. Fireblocks Vice President of Research Michael…

Senate Democrat Presses Cantor Fitzgerald on Tether Ties and Lutnick Family Profits

Sen. Richard Blumenthal wants Cantor Fitzgerald to open its records on Tether and on how much Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick's family has earned from its business deal.

AI disqualification yields new Nikon Small World in Motion winner

New winner is Nguyen Nam Nhat of Vietnam for video of a roundworm and single-celled Dileptus.

Silver Price Forecast: Bullish engulfing pattern puts $64 in sight

Silver (XAG/USD) price rallies over 2.80% on Friday as buyers buy the dip at $59.17, pushing the white metal above $60.00 to hit a two-day high of $61.19. At the time of writing, XAG/USD trades at $60.86.

Your artwork could be featured in the next Debian release

Debian Linux has put a call out for artist submissions for its next release: Forky.

Introducing Clef-omni with full multimodality, plus a faster Clef and a cheaper Clef-flash

We are expanding the Clef decision model family with Clef-omni, natively processing audio, video, images, and text in a single pipeline. We’ve also lowered Clef-flash pricing and boosted Clef inference speeds by up to 2.0x.

XRP price loses $1.43 support: Is $1.28 next?

XRP price has slipped below its 50-day moving average near $1.43, leaving its rebound toward $1.39 facing resistance as Evernorth prepares for its delayed Nasdaq debut. CoinGecko recorded XRP at about $1.39 on Oct.

Singapore Dollar: MAS tightening but gains constrained – OCBC

OCBC’s Christopher Wong notes that Singapore Dollar (SGD) has held relatively steady despite a firmer US Dollar (USD) and higher Oil prices, with MAS tightening expectations underpinning the S$NEER. USD/SGD trades near recent highs with intact bullish momentum.

Starlink spectrum deal boosts Musk plan to beat AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon

Nationwide 800 MHz spectrum to help Starlink provide mobile coverage indoors.

Robinhood Chain considers technology that gives paying traders priority

Arbitrum recently replaced its Timeboost transaction-ordering system with a new model called Priority Gas Auctions.

Blockchain.com Seeks Approval for US Prediction Markets and Crypto Derivatives

The crypto platform filed for designated contract market and futures commission merchant licenses, which would let it run its own regulated event-contract venue instead of relying on overseas partners.

Trump establishes committee to investigate Fed governor Lisa Cook

US president renews his efforts to oust Cook despite supreme court ruling that her firing was unconstitutional Donald Trump announced on Friday that he is establishing a committee to investigate Lisa Cook, the US Federal Reserve governor, over allegations that she committed mortgage fraud, renewing his efforts to oust her…

Gold reclaims $4,200 as weak US sentiment revives bullion demand

Gold (XAU/USD) price advances more than 1.40% on Friday, capitaliszng on a dip in US Treasury yields and a softer Greenback, as recent US data suggests households are becoming pessimistic about the economy, while investors seem confident that the Federal Reserve (Fed) will stay pat on rates.

Ethereum’s proposed safety checks could still let a bad trade through

Draft EIP-7906 could widen outcome checks, but a meaningful financial limit must come from policy the transaction builder cannot weaken.

Japanese Yen struggles as wide US-Japan yield gap weighs

USD/JPY trades with a positive bias on Friday as the Japanese Yen (JPY) underperforms across the board following a sharp decline in Japanese government bond yields.

Coinbase stock target raised to $258 by Morgan Stanley

Morgan Stanley has raised its Coinbase stock price target from $250 to $258 ahead of earnings while retaining an Equal Weight rating, placing its forecast 50% above the shares’ previous $172 close. Morgan Stanley kept its existing recommendation as part…

Chinese Yuan: PBoC stance and valuation debate guide currency path – MUFG

Halpenny highlights a new PBoC document defending China’s FX policy and rejecting claims that CNY drives its trade surplus, instead pointing to manufacturing competitiveness. He notes BIS REER data showing a 20% fall from the 2022 peak and IMF estimates of 12–20% undervaluation, suggesting CNY is undervalued but only partly…

Bitcoin beats gold and stocks with 633% real return, study finds

Bitcoin has topped Taurex’s October 2026 comparison of 10 investment assets with a reported 633.2% inflation-adjusted return, ahead of silver, U. S.

Bitcoin Rebounds After Rough Week, But Traders Are Pricing In More Downside

Bitcoin bounced after dipping to around $80,000. Traders are placing increasingly high odds BTC slips further before October is over.

HSBC, Ant Digital test AI-agent payments using tokenized deposits

The technical trial showed how AI agents could discover services and make micropayments using HSBC’s tokenized deposits, with real-time settlement and risk checks.

Ledger investigates fund losses linked to Southeast Asian reseller, warns users

Hardware wallet maker Ledger probes losses tied to reseller CryptoBilis, as researchers separately estimate more than $72 million to $86 million in suspected crypto thefts.

Asia FX: Trade negotiations and resilient macro backdrop – MUFG

MUFG’s Michael Wan highlights a mixed global backdrop for Asian currencies, with US Treasuries rallying and the US Dollar (USD) somewhat weaker, while tech stocks decline. He notes resilient Asia macro data, including strong Taiwan exports and South Korea’s current account.

Ethereum open interest rose 2.3% in ETH on Binance as its dollar value fell 6.6%

Matched October 6–8 snapshots show a larger ETH-denominated book despite Thursday’s contraction, separating outstanding exposure from lower USDT valuation.

LumenUs helps automate tedious paperwork in times of grief

"The day your loved one passes away, you also get this honorary badge of a project manager for a project you had no idea about," said founder Sara Tashakorinia.

Amazon and others are done keeping data center deals secret. Is it enough to build trust?

Amazon says it will stop using NDAs when negotiating data center deals with local governments, following a similar move from Microsoft earlier this year. Secrecy has fueled community backlash against AI infrastructure, with opposition leading to hundreds of proposed and enacted moratoriums from New York to San Francisco.

Amazon drops data center NDAs, and AI agents want your credit card

Amazon says it will stop using NDAs when negotiating data center deals with local governments, following a similar move from Microsoft earlier this year. Secrecy has fueled community backlash against AI infrastructure, with opposition leading to hundreds of proposed and enacted moratoriums from New York to San Francisco.

Danu Robotics’ fight to build a better recycling robot

For six years, Danu founder Amy Ma has been working on a better way to sort recyclable waste.

We can’t help treating AI like it’s human. But should we?

"When we are drawn into even the most primitive exchanges with a relational artifact, we believe it cares for us," Dr. Sherry Turkle writes.

Bitcoin price outlook: Where is BTC headed this October?

Bitcoin price has recovered toward $83,000 after testing $80,400, but weakening daily momentum and a still-positive weekly breakout leave its October outlook dependent on holding the $79,600–$80,400 support zone. Trading View’s Binance BTC/USDT daily chart placed Bitcoin at $83,012 on Oct.…

Singapore: Policy slope tightening view – DBS

DBS Group Research expects the Monetary Authority of Singapore to slightly increase the SGD NEER policy band slope at the October review, while keeping the width and centre unchanged. The team, led by Taimur Baig, anticipates calibrated tightening driven by import cost pressures and resilient growth, alongside strong Q3 2026…

Ethereum L2 Starknet Jumps 20% After Saying It Wants to Become an L1

Starknet is "actively considering" becoming its own blockchain, a move it says would make it the first fully quantum-resistant network by 2027.

Blockchain.com pursues CFTC approval for prediction markets: CNBC

The crypto company has reportedly applied for two licenses with the US commodities regulatory as the courts weigh prediction markets cases.

Canada loses 68.3K jobs and the Loonie falls to an 18-month low

Canada lost 68.3K jobs in September against a forecast for a 7K gain, and with August's 41.7K loss it has given back all of its net job gains for 2026.

Burnham promises to curb non-compete rules in job contracts

The prime minister says restrictions on what workers can do after leaving roles have "gone too far".

British Pound holds ground as US Consumer Sentiment deteriorates

The Pound Sterling (GBP) holds firm against the US Dollar (USD) on Friday, which posts modest gains against a basket of six currencies, while US consumers grow pessimistic about the economy as the US-Iran conflict drags on for another week.

France: Budget politics and market testing – Rabobank

Rabobank's Senior Economist Maartje Wijffelaars assesses French budget negotiations starting next week in Parliament, noting protests and reluctance for austerity. She highlights Le Pen’s preference for a bad budget over none and possible use of Article 49.3.

DWF Labs Subsidiaries Sue BitGo for $141 Million Over Early Token Sales

The DWF Labs-linked firms allege in London’s High Court that BitGo sold discounted Falcon Finance and ESPORTS tokens roughly two months before their lock-up expired, cratering the value of their remaining holdings.

Tesla renames ‘Full Self-Driving’ to ‘Tesla Assisted Driving’ in Europe

The name change is enough for Germany's transport minister to start advocating for Europe-wide adoption of the driver assistance software.

New York AG Secures Up to $35M and Industry Ban From Ex-Celsius CEO Alex Mashinsky

Mashinsky owes New York $25 million if he fails to forfeit another $10 million, and $10 million more if he doesn't serve his full sentence.

How the oil industry is preparing for Hurricane Isaias

Hurricane Isaias is this season's first Atlantic hurricane, and is on a path to hit the northern Gulf Coast. How is the oil industry preparing?

OpenAI, Google and Meta battle for AI internet domains as crypto firms target .bitcoin and .wallet

CryptoSlate's tally shows 11 applications for .bit and five for .crypto, with final strings due Nov. 17.

Ex-Deutsche Bank trader has conviction for rigging interest rates quashed

Christian Bittar becomes eighth person to clear their name, days after five former Barclays bankers were acquitted Former City trader Christian Bittar has become the eighth person to have his conviction for rigging interest rates quashed, just days after five other former bankers also successfully cleared their names .…

Remember Orkut? Its founder wants to bring it back

Orkut's founder is now taking aim at algorithms and AI-generated content.

Crypto Biz: Wealthy investors are buying crypto, but their advisers aren’t sold

Wealthy investors are embracing crypto faster than their advisers, while OKX attracts new funding and Strategy shifts more capital toward preferred stock buybacks.

Euro struggles as French fiscal concerns and firm US Dollar dominate

EUR/USD reverses earlier gains on Friday and remains on track for a fifth consecutive weekly decline as the US Dollar (USD) rebounds from the previous day’s pullback. Concerns over France’s fiscal outlook also continue to weigh on sentiment toward the Euro (EUR).

Cardano price looks fragile below $0.24: Can it hold $0.21?

Cardano price has fallen below $0.24 after reversing its early October rally, with weakening daily momentum and an analyst’s ascending-channel warning putting $0.21 back in focus. Trading View’s Binance ADA/USDT data showed Cardano trading at $0.2359 on Oct.

a16z’s Olivia Moore on the state of consumer AI

Moore sees a huge opportunity in consumer AI, particularly if the industry can tap into revenue streams beyond just subscriptions and API charges.

Ledger Probes Potential Theft of $87M in User Funds Tied to Crypto Wallet Reseller

Ledger asked reseller CryptoBilis to pause sales and urged recent buyers not to set up their devices, as an onchain investigator tracked more than $86 million in suspected thefts.

New Zealand Dollar edges higher on softer US yields, Fed hike bets cap recovery

NZD/USD trades around 0.5605 on Friday at the time of writing, posting a modest gain of 0.06% on the day, but more broadly continuing to consolidate near its recent lows.

Bitcoin consolidates near $82.5K as crypto weathers Ledger theft reports

Bitcoin and crypto markets eyed a recovery from Thursday’s drop despite concerns of another hardware wallet exploit.

Ethereum price at $2,500 crossroads as Supertrend turns bearish

Ethereum price has recovered to around $2,493 after a sharp fall toward $2,400, but its daily Supertrend has turned bearish, and the 4-hour chart still shows negative money flow. Ethereum price struggles to recover $2,500 Trading View’s Binance ETH/USDT daily chart…

China agrees to ‘halve’ hybrid car exports to EU in landmark deal

Brussels says Beijing’s shipments could fall by more than half over four years, cutting millions of vehicles amid fears for European jobs The EU said it has reached a landmark deal with China to “halve” its sales of hybrid cars in the bloc amid fears surging sales could kill off parts of the European car industry. Trade…

Automattic interim CFO resigns just weeks after boardroom shakeup

Automattic's interim chief financial officer Jeremy Klaperman has left the company less than a month after taking the role, TechCrunch has learned. Sources say his departure followed a demotion back to his previous position, marking another executive exit amid the organization's leadership turmoil.

Japan: Bond outflows reshape global yields - Commerzbank

Commerzbank's Volkmar Baur highlights Japanese investors' net selling of foreign bonds and its implications for global yields. Although Japanese investors have recently returned as buyers of French bonds, their selling of US bonds has provided some support to the euro against the dollar.

SEC Proposes Expanding Securities Eligible for Cross Trading by Registered Funds

The Securities and Exchange Commission today proposed amendments to the Investment Company Act “cross-trading rule,” which permits transactions in securities between a registered fund and its affiliates under certain conditions. The proposed amendments…

New York AG secures up to $35 million and lifetime crypto ban from Celsius’ Alex Mashinsky

Alex Mashinsky, already serving 12 years for fraud, settled New York’s civil case over claims he misled Celsius customers about the failed crypto lender’s safety.

Ledger investigates potential wallet tampering after reports of $86 million in crypto stolen

The hardware wallet maker said it is investigating devices sold by a Southeast Asian reseller as social posts swirl about crypto assets drained from Bitcoin, Ethereum and Tron addresses.

Beyond TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: The Side Events, Parties & Networking You Can’t Miss

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is just the beginning. From exclusive networking events and startup showcases to happy hours, dinners, and after-hours meetups, discover what’s happening across San Francisco during Disrupt Week, October 10–16.

Poland: Inflation outlook stabilises – ING

ING economists Adam Antoniak and David Havrlant expect Poland’s final September CPI, due Wednesday, to confirm headline inflation at 4% year-on-year, with core inflation easing and price growth concentrated in fuels and related services. They note improved short-term inflation prospects thanks to renewed cuts in fuel excise…

Ex-Deutsche Bank trader jailed for rigging rates has conviction overturned

The Court of Appeal quashes the conviction of Christian Bittar, a former Deutsche Bank trader jailed in 2018.

Statement on Proposed Amendments to Investment Company Cross Trading

Chairman Paul S. Atkins

Zcash price could reclaim $1,300 as selling pressure begins to ease

Zcash price has started recovering from its recent selloff, with easing selling pressure on shorter timeframes raising the possibility of a move back toward $1,300. ZEC was trading near $1,213 on October 9, up approximately 2.2% on the daily session,…

Statement on Proposed Amendments to the Cross-Trading Rules

Commissioner Mark T. Uyeda

Sports prediction markets reach the Supreme Court’s doorstep

The NFL has joined New Jersey’s request for a Supreme Court review of sports event contracts. Three federal appeals courts have taken different approaches to state gaming authority.

The Filter is two! 31 things we loved this year, from cloud-like duvets to the perfect running shoe

Whether it’s a super-glowy serum or a cult gardening tool, here are our writers’ favourite buys from the past year • Don’t get the Filter delivered to your inbox? Sign up here The Filter is turning two!

Major Economic Indicators Latest Numbers

Consumer Price Index (CPI): +0.4% in Aug 2026 News Release Historical Data Unemployment Rate: 4.2% in Sep 2026 News Release Historical Data Payroll Employment: +29,000(p) in Sep 2026 News Release Historical Data Average Hourly Earnings: +$0.05(p) in Sep 2026 News Release Historical Data Producer Price Index - Final Demand…

US October UMich prelim consumer sentiment 46.3 vs 47.8 expected

Prior was 48.1 Current conditions 44.7 vs 51.0 exp Expectations 47.3 vs 45.5 exp One-year inflation 4.7% vs 4.6% prior Five-year inflation 3.5% vs 3.4% prior This report used to be a market mover and fooled the Fed into hiking in the last cycle but it's increasingly unreliable and more a measure of the political mood in the US…

Federal Reserve Board releases results of the 2025 Survey of Consumer Finances, which provides the public and policymakers with detailed insights into the economic condition of American families

Federal Reserve Board releases results of the 2025 Survey of Consumer Finances, which provides the public and policymakers with detailed insights into the economic condition of American families

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 starts in 4 days — lock in your pass savings of up to $100 before prices rise

Four days until TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 starts, when 10,000 founders, investors, and tech leaders gather in San Francisco's Moscone West on October 13-15. Save up to $100 on your price.

Solana network upgrade targets faster blocks as SOL price struggles

Solana has moved closer to halving its block production time as developers prepare to activate the final stage of a network upgrade targeting 200 millisecond slots on Friday, Oct. 9.

Surveillance company Flock cuts staff as privacy backlash grows

Flock would not say if CEO Garrett Langley would take a pay cut following the reduction in workforce.

Tory tax break for banks has cost UK public purse £6bn, says TUC

Exclusive: Chancellor urged to reverse Jeremy Hunt’s tax surcharge cuts to claw back billions in lost revenue Business live – latest updates Tax cuts for big banks have deprived the UK government of £6bn in revenues, according to campaigners, who are calling on the chancellor, John Healey, to increase taxes and force lenders…

Microsoft barred from sponsoring foreign workers for US residency

The US says Microsoft abused immigration rules; the company disputes the claim.

Targeting Trump: how Democrats plan to investigate the president if they win Congress

Control of Congress after the 2026 midterm elections would give Democrats power to subpoena documents and testimony In August, Jamie Raskin renewed his demand that Jared Kushner hand over documents about the overlap between his informal role advising Donald Trump on foreign policy and the private equity firm he runs after an…

‘This is not an anti-tech town’: backlash to datacenter in city once home to IBM

Fight in East Fishkill, New York, part of a growing divide over whether AI benefits outweigh enormous downsides For decades, East Fishkill helped build New York’s tech industry. The hamlet, located 70 miles north of New York City, was home to a 460-acre campus where IBM researched and manufactured semiconductor chips for…

Introducing on-demand CPU and memory profiling with flamegraphs for Workers and Durable Objects

On-demand CPU and memory profiling for Cloudflare Workers and Durable Objects is now available. Now you can generate interactive flamegraphs directly in production to quickly track down memory leaks and performance bottlenecks.

Deno is joining Cloudflare

The Deno team is joining Cloudflare to radically simplify self-hosting Workers and Durable Objects, so developers can use the same primitives in more places.

How have interest rate expectations changed after this week's events?

Rate hikes by year-end BoE: 35 bps (86% probability of rate hike at the next meeting) 2027: 105 bps RBNZ: 33 bps (59% probability of rate hike at the next meeting) 2027: 109 bps Fed: 25 bps (80% probability of no change at the next meeting) 2027: 80 bps BoC: 21 bps (74% probability of no change at the next meeting) 2027: 105…

Anthropic bans users from being 'cruel' to its AI systems

The firm said users can no longer engage in "sustained and needless" abusive behaviour towards the tech.

Bessent hires former Fed board nominee and investing Live reader, Judy Shelton as adviser

In financial markets, credibility is built through the quality of the information you deliver, the analysis you provide and the audience you reach. This is what investing Live, formerly ForexLive built over the years.

Xona’s commercial GPS alternative is about to go live

Xona's precision timing and navigation service will enter beta testing after SpaceX launches six satellites designed by the company.

Thieves make off with €5m haul from prestigious Italian winery

Gang breaks into cellar of Marchesi Antinori in Cortona and loads two trucks with 30,000 bottles before getaway Thousands of bottles of wine worth €5m (£4.2m) have been stolen from a prestigious winery in Tuscany in what is thought to be the biggest heist of its kind in Italy. A gang of at least seven masked individuals broke…

Shein outsells British rival Asos as UK revenue hits £2.58bn

Online retailer’s 26% jump sharpens focus on exemption letting cheap parcels into the country duty-free Shein, the online fast-fashion retailer founded in China, increased sales in the UK by just over a quarter last year, overtaking its British rival Asos. The company, whose global parent group listed on the Hong Kong stock…

Oil prices fall as Trump pauses Iran attacks, China restarts fuel exports – business live

Brent crude prices fell on Friday as president Donald Trump promised not to attack Iran ahead of the US midterm elections in November Data storage firm Snowflake has said hack at Asos was not caused by a vulnerability or flaw with its platform. It comes after Asos’ investigation this week found an “unauthorised party gained…

investing Live European session wrap: Stocks rebound as bond market nerves ease, for now

Headlines: Oil prices ease as traders unwind the escalation risk premium after Trump rules out strikes on Iran Gold erases its weekly losses as Trump rules out attacks against Iran before the midterm elections Economic data spotlight: US inflation expectations in focus in today's Michigan consumer survey Markets: 10-year…

The new Darth Vader: how tech execs became the film villains of our age

Jeremy Strong’s portrayal of Mark Zuckerberg in The Social Reckoning shows how public opinion has changed around billionaire CEOs since The Social Network’s release When The Social Network came out, Mark Zuckerberg organised a staff viewing of a film he described as “fun” . A group corporate outing to the sequel is unlikely.

Rocket Report: A rare Falcon 9 scrub; is it just about Vulcan's time to shine?

"I can say we’re weeks away from launching on Vulcan."

AI and the climate crisis pose existential risks. The law offers a way to reduce them | Robert Reich

Liability lawsuits have held tobacco, oil and pharma companies to account in the past. AI investors won’t ignore this threat The most basic function of government is to protect people from harm.

Why American investors love European defense startups

As European defense spending takes off, just about half of the funding in Europe's defense tech industry is coming from American investors this year. One reason why: European investment firms have restrictions on how they can invest.

Heathrow’s third runway is a bottomless money pit. Stop it now | Simon Jenkins

It won’t promote growth, will take decades and will swallow up billions of taxpayers’ money. The only winner will be the airport’s owners Infrastructure sends politicians berserk.

Volkswagen's replacement for the ID.4 crossover is here

The new EV’s digital cockpit can mimic instrument displays from VWs of old.

I've been with my boyfriend for two years and don't know his salary

Talking about salary, spending habits and debt can be some of dating's trickier conversations.

Fired OpenAI researchers say they were let go for 'prioritising safety'

The AI firm instead claims the researchers were fired for mishandling sensitive information.

The best sunrise alarm clocks in the UK, tried and tested for gentler mornings

Our reviewer sheds some light on the best dawn simulation alarms, from Lumie and Philips to Dreamegg • The best eye masks to help you sleep better To wake each day in darkness is a plight you wouldn’t wish on your worst enemy, yet that’s what many of us do routinely throughout winter. Getting up in the dark decouples our life…

CMORG holds sector-wide cloud outage simulation exercise

The Cross-Market Operational Resilience Group (CMORG) yesterday (8 October 2026) completed its biennial simulation exercise, known as SIMEX26, focused this year on a global cloud services disruption.